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APPENDIX
Definition and Terms Generator - A person or institution that creates hazardous waste. Hazardous Material - A material capable of causing harm to humans or the environment. Hazardous Waste - A waste material that meets one or more of the characteristics identified in state and federal regulations and this manual. EPA - Environmental Protection Agency. RCRA - Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, federal act that regulated hazardous wastes. Satellite Accumulation Point - The place in the lab or work area where hazardous wastes are stored until they are ready for pick up. There must be less than 55 gallons of hazardous waste at any one time at the satellite accumulation point. Container - A waste receptacle that is capable of being securely sealed, and transported. The container must be compatible with the waste stored in it. Label - Required wording on each container of hazardous waste. It must state the words Hazardous Waste and the name of all chemicals contained within. Mixed Waste - Waste that is both hazardous and radioactive.
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