Scrap metal exclusion from RCRA is possible for scrap metal from ranges if the materials are formally documented and deemed safe.

Scrap metal exclusion from RCRA is possible for scrap metal from ranges if the materials are formally documented and deemed safe.

• A. Yes
• B. No
• C. Only if in large quantities
• D. Not specified

Answer: (A)

Range scrap can be excluded from RCRA hazardous waste if it is properly documented and a safety determination shows it is suitable for recycling. The concept here is that scrap metal destined for recycling isn’t treated as hazardous waste when there’s formal documentation proving its source (a range) and confirming that the material is not contaminated with hazardous constituents or other hazardous waste. In practice, this means having records that identify the material as range scrap, demonstrate its safety for recycling (often through testing or certification), and show it will be handled by an approved recycler under appropriate controls. If these conditions are met, the metal can be excluded from RCRA hazardous waste rules; without them, it would remain within hazardous waste requirements.

Range scrap can be excluded from RCRA hazardous waste if it is properly documented and a safety determination shows it is suitable for recycling. The concept here is that scrap metal destined for recycling isn’t treated as hazardous waste when there’s formal documentation proving its source (a range) and confirming that the material is not contaminated with hazardous constituents or other hazardous waste. In practice, this means having records that identify the material as range scrap, demonstrate its safety for recycling (often through testing or certification), and show it will be handled by an approved recycler under appropriate controls. If these conditions are met, the metal can be excluded from RCRA hazardous waste rules; without them, it would remain within hazardous waste requirements.