RCRA Compliance
The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) governs the management of solid waste, hazardous waste, petroleum and chemical products. Organizations that handle or transport these products must comply with RCRA guidelines and requirements.
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Identification
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The RCRA aims to protect the public and the environment from hazardous waste disposal, promote conversations about energy and natural resources, reduce the amount of waste produced and manage waste in an environmentally-friendly manner. All RCRA compliance requirements support these goals.
Function
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Companies and organizations that handle hazardous waste must comply with waste production, accumulation, accounting and cleanup standards, according to the RCRA. This compliance includes securing operating permits from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or from an authorized state agency before launching operations.
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Significance
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The unwanted release of hazardous material can create an environmental disaster for local and national environments. Accordingly, the EPA strictly enforces RCRA rules, guidelines and requirements.
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