Manufacturing Waste Management Compliance Checklist Template

Ensure your manufacturing facility adheres to all waste management regulations with our comprehensive Manufacturing Waste Management Compliance Checklist Template. Minimize risk, reduce costs, and demonstrate environmental responsibility with this easy-to-use tool for audits, inspections, and ongoing compliance. Download now for a streamlined approach to hazardous and non-hazardous waste management!

This Template was installed 2 times.

Waste Characterization & Classification

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Ensuring accurate identification and categorization of all waste streams generated.

Primary Waste Stream Type

If 'Other' selected above, please specify:

Waste Materials Present (Select all that apply)

If 'Other' selected above, please specify:

Estimated Percentage of Hazardous Material (if applicable)

Waste Classification (Based on company standards)

Waste Storage & Handling

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Procedures for safe and compliant waste storage, segregation, and handling practices.

Number of Designated Waste Storage Containers

Container Material (e.g., Metal, Plastic)

Description of Waste Segregation Procedures

Date of Last Container Inspection

Types of Waste Stored in Designated Areas (Select all that apply)

GPS Coordinates of Primary Waste Storage Area

Waste Minimization & Reduction

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Strategies and practices implemented to reduce the overall volume of waste generated.

Baseline Waste Generation (tons/year)

Description of Waste Minimization Plan

Primary Waste Reduction Strategy Implemented

Percentage Reduction Target (compared to baseline)

Target Date for Achieving Reduction Target

Waste Streams Targeted for Reduction

Description of initiatives focused on material substitution

Recycling & Reuse Programs

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Assessment of current recycling and reuse initiatives, and identification of potential improvements.

Percentage of Waste Recycled (by weight)

Current Recycling Materials Accepted

Description of Reuse Initiatives (e.g., Pallet reuse, container refill programs)

Are these recycling programs audited periodically?

Date of Last Recycling Program Review

Name of Recycling Vendor(s)

Upload Recycling Vendor Contracts (if applicable)

Hazardous Waste Management (if applicable)

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Specific controls for hazardous waste identification, labeling, storage, transport, and disposal.

Hazardous Waste Determination Method

Hazardous Waste Codes Generated (List all applicable)

Maximum Quantity of Hazardous Waste Generated per Month (lbs)

Date of Last Hazardous Waste Training

Description of Secondary Containment Measures in Place

Manifest Copies (Last 3)

Container Status

Waste Disposal & Transportation

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Verification of compliant waste disposal methods and transportation records.

Waste Quantity (lbs/kg)

Disposal Method

Date of Disposal

Time of Disposal

Transportation Manifest

Hauler Type

Special Instructions/Notes for Disposal

Recordkeeping & Documentation

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Review of waste management records, manifests, and certificates of destruction.

Last Waste Manifest Review Date

Number of Waste Manifests Generated This Period

Summary of Waste Disposal Costs for This Period

Copy of Recent Waste Disposal Contract

Type of Recordkeeping System Used (Paper, Electronic, Hybrid)

Date of Last Certificate of Destruction Review

Description of any discrepancies found in records and corrective actions taken.

Training & Personnel Awareness

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Assessment of employee training programs related to waste management and compliance.

Number of Employees Trained on Waste Management Procedures

Date of Last Waste Management Training Session

Topics Covered in Waste Management Training (Select All That Apply)

Brief Summary of Waste Management Training Content

Signature of Person Responsible for Training Records

Training Delivery Method

Regulatory Compliance & Permits

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Verification of required permits, licenses, and adherence to relevant environmental regulations (local, state, federal).

Facility EPA ID Number (if applicable)

Applicable Federal Regulations (select all that apply)

Specify 'Other' Regulations (if selected above)

Copy of Relevant Permits (e.g., Air, Water, Waste)

Date of Last Regulatory Inspection

Inspection Score (if applicable)

Current Permit Status (e.g., Active, Expiring, Revoked)

Emergency Response & Spill Prevention

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Evaluation of procedures for handling spills, leaks, and other environmental emergencies.

Estimated Spill Response Time (minutes)

Spill Response Team Designation

Brief Description of Spill Prevention Plan

Date of Last Spill Drill

Upload Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan (if applicable)

Types of Spill Response Equipment Available

Contact Person for Spill Emergencies - Name

Contact Person - Phone Number

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