Business, School, Municipal and Organizational Hazardous Waste
What does my Business need to know about Hazardous Waste?
In general, any substance that would cause harm if released into the environment is considered a Hazardous Waste. This includes cleaning products, automotive fluids, pesticides, make-up remover, painting products and more. Waste should be treated as hazardous if it exhibits one or more of four hazardous waste characteristics:
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Does my business generate Hazardous Waste? |
Some businesses generate hazardous waste in notable quantities, such as dry cleaners or auto body shops. However, most businesses generate small quantities of hazardous waste (cleaning products, painting projects, etc.) Any amount of hazardous waste generated by a business, however small the amount, needs to be registered and handled according to specific safety handling requirements.
Businesses that generate small amounts of incidental hazardous waste are Conditionally Exempt Generators (CEGs). CEGs tend to be small businesses that produce limited amounts of hazardous waste, and are consequently subject only to basic hazardous waste handling requirements. |
What is a Conditionally Exempt Generator (CEG)? |
To be conditionally exempt, a generator must:
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How do I register as a CEG? |
In order to dispose of hazardous waste, your business must be registered with the VT Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and hold an EPA Site Identification Number (often referred to as a “CEG number.”) Click here to register as a CEG, or call 802-522-0261.
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How do I dispose of hazardous waste as a CEG in central Vermont? |
The Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District (CVSWMD) offers special collections between spring and fall every year. Fees for Businesses, Schools and Municipalities include the $20 gate fee, plus $1.00/lb. for materials disposed of at the event. Collections are open to residents and CEGs in all member towns. More info on Household Hazardous Waste. CEGs bringing hazardous waste to these events must have their EPA Site Identification Number, and must pre-register (no later than 3 days prior to the event) by contacting the CVSWMD HHW Program Coordinator at 802-229-9383 ext.105. Alternately, a CEG could hire a licensed HHW contractor, to remove waste.
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