BEST PRACTICES

Even when not required by regulations, the following best practices are recommended.

• Retain records of analytical data that is used in making waste determinations for a minimum of three years, keep these files in an organized manner so they are easy to find.
• Develop a filing system for waste determination files, sorted by waste stream.
• Ensure that waste determination is confirmed by the generator, even if an outside company performs the analysis and renders an opinion of the waste determination.
• Avoid mixing waste in the same container, which can result in a waste classification for the entire volume of waste that is not necessary.
• Review your waste determination process every six months at a minimum to evaluate whether these determinations are accurate and consistent.