Proper Treatment and Disposal of Maintenance Wastes

Maintenance wastes include all levels of toxicity and require many different methods of disposal. This report highlights the requirements for treatment of maintenance wastes, including solvents, waste paint, waste oil, fuel and oil filters, batteries, antifreeze, shop rags, road maintenance wastes, and pesticides. It gives criteria for what makes a waste hazardous and outlines methods of reducing waste. The report also includes information on lead paint removal and disposal; current regulations for lead content in air, soil, and water; and human exposure requirements. Case studies in the report illustrate current removal and containment techniques.

PLEASE NOTE: The regulations regarding the proper treatment and disposal of maintenance wastes and lead paint especially are complex and always changing. The user is encouraged to check current rules for changes.