Hazardous Waste Management Programs

CORE Environmental Consultants supports industrial, commercial, institutional, and municipal facilities in meeting hazardous waste management regulations under RCRA (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act), 6 NYCRR Part 370–376, and local agency rules. We help hazardous waste generators of all sizes classify, store, label, manifest, and dispose of wastes safely and legally—while avoiding violations and improving operational efficiency.

Whether you are a Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG), Small Quantity Generator (SQG), or Large Quantity Generator (LQG), CORE designs and implements compliant waste management programs that reduce liability and simplify reporting.

When Is a Hazardous Waste Program Needed?

A formal hazardous waste management program is needed when a facility:

• Generates listed or characteristic hazardous waste during operations (ignitable, corrosive, reactive, or toxic)
• Stores or accumulates hazardous waste onsite before offsite transport
• Ships waste using a Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest
• Falls under generator definitions outlined in 6 NYCRR or 40 CFR Part 262
• Handles universal waste, used oil, contaminated rags, or process residues
• Is subject to biennial reporting, contingency planning, or emergency preparedness requirements

Noncompliance can lead to significant penalties, and improper storage or labeling is among the most common violations found in inspections.

CORE’s Hazardous Waste Management Services

We provide tailored, practical solutions for compliant waste handling, including:

• Generator status classification (VSQG, SQG, LQG)
• Waste characterization and determination (using SDS, process knowledge, or lab analysis)
• Labeling and container management to meet 6 NYCRR Part 372 and DOT standards
• Hazardous waste storage area setup and signage guidance
• Waste accumulation logs, inspection checklists, and spill response procedures
• Waste profile and manifest preparation for approved disposal facilities
• Employee training for waste handling, universal waste, and used oil
• Contingency plans and emergency coordinator designations for LQG sites
• Annual and biennial reporting assistance

Our Process

1. Initial Compliance Review We assess current practices, generator status, waste streams, and storage conditions. We also review past manifests and inspection records.
2. Program Setup or Optimization CORE creates or updates your hazardous waste management plan with proper container labeling, accumulation tracking, and regulatory file setup.
3. Onsite Training & SOP Development We deliver customized training and SOPs for facility staff, ensuring understanding of waste classification, labeling, segregation, and emergency protocols.
4. Ongoing Support & Reporting CORE provides periodic compliance audits, assists with biennial reports, and supports you during regulatory inspections or agency correspondence.

✅ Why CORE?

✔ RCRA and NYSDEC Specialists
We stay current on evolving waste regulations, including recent updates to the Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements Rule adopted in New York.

✔ Practical, Scalable Solutions
Whether you generate a few pounds or thousands of pounds of waste per month, we right-size your compliance framework.

✔ Turnkey Compliance Materials
From manifests to inspection logs and contingency plans—our deliverables are ready for internal use or regulator review.

✔ Experienced With Waste Types
CORE has worked with solvents, metals, lab chemicals, contaminated PPE, aerosols, acids/bases, e-waste, batteries, and more.