Universal Waste Programs

Universal wastes are specially designated hazardous wastes that are subject to streamlined collection requirements with the goals of easing the regulatory burden on business and promoting proper recycling, treatment or disposal.  Universal wastes are designated at both the state, provincial and federal levels and include items such as batteries, pesticides, mercury-containing thermostats and lamps.

Recycling Opportunities

Universal waste programs provide greater collection and recycling opportunities for the community including small businesses.

Program Design and Implementation

After evaluating your unique community needs, budgetary conditions and program goals, Clean Harbors provides recommendations for the specific type of program components, public education and outreach, and data gathering and evaluation.  We then guide you through the implementation process.

Collection and Management

Clean Harbors provides routine scheduled service or on-call collection of universal wastes.  We can also plan and operate one-day collection events throughout your community targeted specially for universal wastes.

Regulatory Assistance

Clean Harbors supports your universal waste program with regulatory assistance at the local, state, provincial and federal levels.  Our specialists alert you of changes in existing regulations and implementation of new regulations as well as provide guidance for compliance.  All services are provided with strict internal regulatory oversight.

Technical Assistance

Our specialists are available to answer your questions and provide full technical support to your program.