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Podcast: The Occupational Safety Leadership Podcast
Episode: Episode 250 - Universal Waste Management
Description: In this episode, Dr. Ayers brings back Phil from Hazmat Scholars to break down the oftenâmisunderstood topic of Universal Waste Management. Phil previously appeared in Episodes 222 and 230 to discuss hazardous waste, and this conversation continues that theme with a focus on the simplified regulatory category known as universal waste.
According to the episode description, universal waste rules are frequently misapplied or overlooked, making this a âcanât missâ discussion for safety leaders.
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âťď¸ 1. What Counts as Universal Waste
Phil explains the common categoriesâbatteries, lamps, pesticides, mercuryâcontaining equipment, and certain electronicsâand why theyâre regulated...