As a business owner, it’s crucial to work with a commercial waste disposal company to manage the waste your business generates. The company you work with matters. If you choose an unreliable one, you may not be protecting the environment as you believe. And this can result in legal actions from citizens affected by the waste related to your business.
Choosing a waste disposal service should be taken as seriously as making any other business decision. Below are three factors to consider:
Experience with managing different types of waste
You want to work with a company experienced in handling different types of waste, especially if your business produces non-hazardous and hazardous waste.
Hazardous waste is the most regulated. Thus, the company you work with should be well-informed about the state and federal regulations to observe. You can determine if a company is knowledgeable about the waste your company generates by asking as many questions as possible, going through their reviews and confirming if the business has a client base from your industry.
Internal policies
Other than state and federal regulations, a company should have internal policies focused on sustainability practices. The level at which a company is committed to protecting the environment can be evident in how it handles the waste generated by your business.
Permits
Any business that intends to transport regulated waste in New York should have a permit from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). Part 381 Waste Transporter Permit is required to transport low-level radioactive and mixed waste. Part 364 Waste Transporter Permit is for transporting any regulated waste, except low-level radioactive and mixed waste. Choose a company with the appropriate permits.
Working with a suitable commercial waste disposal company can help reduce your business’s environmental risks. Learn more about how your company can affect the environment to make informed decisions.
