universal waste

If your facility generates dangerous waste, you must label it properly. Labeling is one of the most common compliance violations, and the easiest to avoid. Good labeling will keep your employees safe and will help ensure your waste is disposed properly.

Ecology – Labeling Requirements   

Labels on dangerous waste containers must clearly show:

1. The words “dangerous waste” or “hazardous waste.”
2. The risks of the waste, such as flammable, corrosive, toxic, or reactive.
3. The date you started putting waste into the container — this is called accumulation start date. This helps track how long the waste