Hazardous Waste Generators: Small Quantity Generators (SQG) - California

This Video On Demand explains the characteristics of hazardous wastes, and how properly to dispose of them to protect yourself and the environment. This course covers information based on regulations from the EPA and California state laws. Use of appropriate personal protective equipment is discussed. Labeling of appropriate types of storage vessels or containers of hazardous waste is covered, along with proper closing and sealing of these containers. This video spells out the time and weight limitations of accumulated hazardous wastes by small generators, and the storage and inspection procedures. It also discusses the use of satellite accumulation containers and rules governing them. Viewers learn about the need to have an emergency preparedness plan and an on-site emergency coordinator. Transporting hazardous wastes to designated facilities is highlighted, including providing a uniform hazardous waste manifest during transportation.

By informing your employees of their responsibilities when disposing of hazardous wastes used in the manufacturing of products, you will help keep them safe, and protect your facility, as well as the environment. This course is appropriate for all employees who work with hazardous waste.

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Hazardous waste employees of industrial, government and commercial facilities in California

• Introduction
• Hazardous Waste Identification
• Hazardous Waste Generation
• Management of Containers
• On-Site Accumulation
• Satellite Accumulation
• Emergency Preparedness
• Transportation
• The Manifest
• Waste Minimization
• Conclusion

• Universal Waste
• Storm Warnings: Storm Water Pollution Prevention
• SPCC By The Numbers for General Industry