Video Overview
RCRA Hazardous Waste Generator Training: Shipping and Emergencies
Course Length: 17 Minutes English/20 Minutes Spanish
Video Runtime: 13:15 English/15:53 Spanish
Overview: The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates hazardous waste under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Hazardous waste that is improperly managed poses a serious threat to human health and the environment, including wildlife. In addition, violations can cost businesses thousands of dollars, and cleanup efforts may cost millions.
RCRA Hazardous Waste Generator Training: Shipping and Emergencies is designed to This training is designed to guide hazardous waste generators to prepare and ship hazardous waste for shipping, as well as plan for emergencies.
NOTE: This training is offered as a part of a more comprehensive curriculum on this topic. See the description for the RCRA Hazardous Waste Generator Training Curriculum for additional information.
Objectives:
After completing this training, learners will be able to:
- Describe how to prepare hazardous waste for shipping
- Explain how to ship hazardous waste
- Identify how to prepare and respond to emergencies
Outline:
RCRA Hazardous Waste Generator Training: Shipping and Emergencies covers the following topics:
Introduction
- Navigation
- Introduction
- What You'll Learn
Shipping Hazardous Waste
- Hazardous Materials Regulations
- Packaging
- Marking
- Labeling
- Placarding
- Hazardous Waste Manifest
Emergency Preparedness and Response
- Emergency Procedures
- Contingency Plans
Conclusion
Regulations Covered: 40 CFR 261
Copyright Date: 2023