To see if your business is regulated by the Hazardous Materials and Waste Program, calculate how much medical waste your business makes each month. Also, think about whether you treat waste onsite or handle waste for others.
We'll work with you on the steps to get the right permits or registration.
If you:
Create less than 200 pounds of medical waste monthly
Register as a Small Quality Generator (SQG)
Create more than 200 pounds of medical waste monthly for 12 months
Get a Large Quality Generator (LGQ) permit
Treat medical waste onsite
Get a treatment permit
Collect and arrange for the disposal of small amounts of daily medical waste
Get a Common Storage Facility (CSF) permit
Transport your own small amount of medical waste to a transfer station or common storage facility
Get a Limited Quantity Hauling Exemption (LQHE) permit
You'll be limited to no more than 20 pounds per week. You cannot transport more than 20 pounds at a time.
Last updated April 16, 2024