Hazardous Waste - 40 CFR 262

Here is a breakdown of the code within the U.S. CFR:

• Title 40: Protection of Environment
  • Chapter 1: Environmental Protection Agency (continued)
    • Subchapter 1: Solid Wastes (continued)
      • Part 262: Standards Applicable to Generators of Hazardous Waste

40 CFR 262 covers the standards by which the government determines what entities are considered hazardous waste generators and the standards that apply to these generators. Among other things, Part 262 includes the following details:

• When an entity should determine if a waste is hazardous
• The requirements for keeping records for waste determination
• Waste identification by EPA waste codes

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