Ohio EPA
 

 

Division of Hazardous Waste Management

District staff in the Division of Hazardous Waste Management perform the following duties:

  • Inspect generators for proper handling, labeling and management of hazardous wastes.
  • Inspect transporters for compliance with manifest and applicable shipping requirements.
  • Inspect facilities that treat, store, or dispose of hazardous waste for compliance with all rules and regulations.
  • Initiate enforcement actions against those who improperly manage wastes or do not comply with hazardous waste regulations.
  • Review new and revised permit applications for hazardous waste facilities.
  • Investigate complaints of improperly managed hazardous waste sites.
  • Review plans for the proper closure of hazardous waste treatment, storage and disposal facilities, and oversee closure activities at these facilities.
  • Provide technical assistance and education to municipalities, industry and the public.
  • Oversee corrective action activities at hazardous waste treatment, storage and disposal facilities.