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Environmental Safety and OSHA

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Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Part 2 (US)

Master precautions to prevent hazardous waste's environmental release to ensure safe facility operation and reduced risks.

Individual course 0.03 CE credits 15 min

Course objectives

 Prepare for and prevent accidents involving hazardous waste

 Recognize why training is necessary to comply with RCRA

 Recall waste minimization techniques

 Conduct a self-inspection

 Prepare for a facility inspection

 Identify where to find answers to your questions about hazardous waste management

Course description

Whenever you generate hazardous waste and accumulate it on-site, you must take the necessary precautions and steps to prevent any sudden or accidental release into the environment. This course explores the actions you must take to carefully operate and maintain your facility and therefore reduce the possibility of fire, explosion and release of hazardous waste.

Regulations and board approvals

EPA 40 CFR PART 262: Standards Applicable to Generators of Hazardous Waste