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Tesla Settles Hazardous Waste Disposal Lawsuit for $1.5 Million

Tesla settles environmental enforcement action over hazardous waste disposal for $1.5 million at vehicle service centers, energy centers, and a factory. Get the scoop.

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Body Shop Paint Waste: 4 Common Types and How to Dispose Of Them

If you manage a body shop or collision center, your you generate wastes that require proper disposal methods. Let's take a look at the top 4.

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Tier II Reporting: 6 FAQs to Help You Prepare for the Deadline

The Tier II reporting deadline is coming up on March 1st - are you ready? If you store hazardous chemicals on-site, you'll need to comply.

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Are You Using Bulk 55 Gallon Drums Of Brake Cleaner?

To save on costs, many service departments are purchasing flammable liquids such as brake cleaner, lacquer thinner, gasoline, and other flammable liquids in bulk 55-gallon drums. While this may make economic sense, you may have to spend a bit more upfront to comply with flammable liquid storage regulations.

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Pop Quiz: Flammable & Combustible Liquids

Flammable and combustible liquids like oil, gas, kerosene, and solvents present unique fire hazards. Do you know the basics of working with them?

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What Should You Do with Your Waste Streams?

Let’s take a closer look at some common waste streams and discuss how to tell what you should do with them to comply with environmental regulations.

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Hazardous Waste Generator Status: How to Manage Your Compliance Load

Can you slim down your hazardous waste compliance load to that of a Very Small Quantity Generators (VSQGs)? There are huge benefits if you can. Here are some tips to get there.

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Pop Quiz: Chemical Spills and Leaks

Do you know how to effectively prevent spills, leaks, and other forms of toxic chemical exposure? Find out by taking KPA’s Chemical Spills and Leaks Pop Quiz.

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