EPAFinal Rule
Hazardous Waste Management System: Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste; Final Rule; Correction
EnvironmentHealthcareLabor & Workplace
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Summary
The EPA is correcting and clarifying its federal rules about how dangerous waste must be identified and handled by businesses and facilities. This matters because these rules determine what counts as hazardous waste, how it must be stored and disposed of, and who is responsible for preventing it from contaminating our water, soil, and air.
Key Points
- 1The EPA is making corrections to its existing hazardous waste identification system to ensure rules are clear and accurately described
- 2Hazardous waste includes materials like used chemicals, battery acid, pesticides, and industrial byproducts that can poison the environment or harm human health
- 3This rule applies to factories, hospitals, laboratories, construction sites, and other facilities that create or handle dangerous materials
- 4The corrections ensure businesses understand what waste is hazardous so they can store, transport, and dispose of it safely instead of dumping it illegally
- 5Proper hazardous waste management protects groundwater, rivers, soil, and public health in communities near industrial and commercial areas
Key Dates
Published
September 11, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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