Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste Management in Redwood City
Hazardous waste disposal in Redwood City is regulated by DTSC, which is stricter than federal RCRA in several areas including California's non-RCRA hazardous waste category. BayArea Compliance handles characterization, profile development, manifesting, transport, and treatment for healthcare, lab, biotech, and automotive generators throughout San Mateo County.
What’s Included
- RCRA hazardous waste characterization
- Lab-pack services for chemical waste
- Universal waste management (batteries, lamps, electronics)
- Solvent and chemical waste disposal
- Used oil and automotive fluid recycling
- Paint waste and aerosol can disposal
- Emergency spill response
- EPA and DTSC compliance documentation
Local Regulatory Note
San Mateo County Environmental Health Services serves as the CUPA for hazardous waste, hazmat business plans, and underground tanks in Redwood City. Large Quantity Generators face 90-day storage limits, while California-specific non-RCRA hazardous waste rules add state-only requirements.
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