Hazardous waste has properties that make it dangerous or potentially harmful to human health or the environment. Hazardous wastes can be liquids, solids, contained gases, or sludges. The wastes can be by-products of manufacturing processes, discarded commercial products, or unused chemicals such as cleaning fluids or pesticides. Businesses that generate waste must determine if their wastes are hazardous.
Hazardous waste is regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle C. Idaho incorporates these regulations into the “Rules and Standards for Hazardous Waste” (IDAPA 58.01.05).
DEQ ensures compliance by inspecting businesses that generate hazardous waste and, if necessary, taking enforcement action. DEQ also assists businesses through compliance assistance, education, and outreach.
Updates
- All Waste Management and Remediation Fact Sheets
- Hazardous Waste Management in Idaho Annual Report (2022)
- Small Quantity Generators are now required to re-notify every four years. Submit your re-notification before the first deadline of September 1, 2021.
- New hazardous waste rules effective July 1, 2021:
- Management Standards for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals and Amendment to the P075 Listing for Nicotine. Learn more about the rule.
- Increasing Recycling: Adding Aerosol Cans to the Universal Waste Regulations. Learn more about the rule.
- Idaho anticipates EPA’s rule Modernizing Ignitable Liquids Determinations in spring 2021.
Types of
Hazardous Waste
Generator
Size Categories
EPA ID
and Tracking
Common
Business Waste
Used Oil
From Businesses
Residential
Waste
Resources
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Hazardous Waste Bureau Chief
Hazardous Waste Rules and Policy Coordinator