Hauling

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What’s involved in contract hauling?

Empty 55-gallon drums or a storage tank are necessary to hold solutions prior to hauling. A spill containment pad is necessary to prevent the contents of any leaking drum or tank from being released to the environment in the event of an accidental drum or tank system failure. A waste-hauling truck spill containment area or method of spill containment is necessary when pumping from a storage tank larger than 660 gallons, or if the combined total of all containers is greater than 1,320 gallons. Be aware that some localities may have more restrictive spill containment requirements.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of this method?

Advantages:

Minimal capital investment is required

Minimal operator attention is required

Minimal operator training is required.

No chemicals are required for treatment.

Disadvantages:

This is the most costly method (from $0.35 / gallon to $2.00 / gallon or more)

The contract hauler may take several days to arrive on site.

The method is best suited for small volume generators.

The waste generator is still liable for improper disposal by the waste hauler.

How do I select a company if I want them to dispose of my unusable MRF?

The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) waste management regulations are specific about liability for waste management under the Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA). The generator of the waste is responsible for the waste forever. If a waste management facility becomes a site of environmental contamination under federal or state regulations, the waste generator will likely be financially responsible for the clean up if any waste was shipped to that facility.

MRF users should hire a competent company that understands the EPA and state and requirements and regulations. See further information on selecting a disposal company. Consult applicable federal, state, and local regulations.