Governing Regulations
The identification and management of hazardous waste in the United States is regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), which establishes a comprehensive framework for handling hazardous and used oil wastes. These regulations are intended to protect human health and the environment by ensuring the proper classification, treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
The primary standards are compiled within the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and outline detailed requirements for generators, transporters, and treatment facilities.
Key governing regulations include:
- 40 CFR Parts 260–268 – RCRA Hazardous Waste Management Standards
- 40 CFR Part 273 – Standards for Universal Waste Management
- 40 CFR Part 279 – Standards for the Management of Used Oil
