Reviewing – 5 Tips to Increased Productivity For Your Hazardous Waste Management Business
A Closing Chapter in 2023, Paving the Path to a Productive 2024 In the hazardous waste and regulated materials industry, productivity isn’t just a goal; it’s a necessity. As we wrap up the pages of 2023, businesses in this sector are gearing up for the challenges and opportunities that 2024 will bring. Navigating the sea […]
Building or Buying Software for Waste Management: Making the Right Choice
Navigating the ever-changing landscape of waste management, choosing the right software solution becomes a make-or-break decision for your business. Choosing between building a custom software platform or investing in an existing one is a pivotal juncture that demands careful consideration. We’ve all heard the horror stories: projects delayed, budgets spiraling out of control, and, in […]
Environmental Justice: What It Means For Hazmat Handlers
The mission of the EPA has changed substantially from when it was signed into law 53+ years ago by President Nixon. This article discusses how so—and what it means to executives, managers, supervisors, and others who must generate, store, transport, and/or dispose of hazardous materials in the course of business. Q&As include: How has the […]
Cloud-Based Platforms, A Leading Trend in the Waste Management Industry
Undoubtedly, the major trend across the waste management industry involves digitization. Specifically, cloud-based. Not only are there the usual 21st-century competitive pressures to streamline businesses via comprehensive software solutions. But privacy and security concerns necessitate a single point of control for managing the data demanded by the EPA and other environmental authorities. This blog entry […]
How to Prepare For an EPA Audit
This entry discusses what to expect during an EPA audit, what records you will be required to produce, and how the right software can ease the process. Picture an EPA surprise audit. Then imagine two scenarios. In one, a red-faced COO tries frantically to answer the inspectors’ myriad of questions. He is frenetically shuffling through […]
Incinerator Shortage Continues to Challenge Hazmat Generators
C-suite executives are still scrambling to develop compensatory strategies for getting hazmat offsite and incinerated within mandated RCRA timeframes. And so are their lieutenants: the compliance officers, operations managers, and EHS professionals charged with the tactical nitty-gritty of getting the job done efficiently, safely, and legally. This blog entry reviews the problem and discusses some […]
How to Maximize the Benefits of the E-Manifest System (FAQ)
This article explains how the potential benefits of the EPA e-Manifest can be realized and maximized by using software specifically developed for hazardous waste generators and waste service providers. It is written particularly for hazmat professionals who need to make strategic decisions regarding the mandatory adoption of the e-Manifest. Among such professionals are: Executives and […]
Manifest Software for Waste Management Companies – Features and Benefits
The purpose of the EPA’s hazardous waste manifest system is to track hazardous waste from the moment it leaves the generator’s facility until it reaches the waste management facility. From there, the waste is stored, treated or disposed of. The central component of the tracking system is the Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest. The EPA and […]
Waste Profile Software – Features and Benefits
For environmental services providers, the waste profile is a critical document that helps ensure your Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulatory compliance. Waste profiles are also necessary for clear communication with Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities (TSDF). Improper preparation of this document can expose your firm to risks, such as potential EPA fines, staff resource drain, […]