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Hazardous Waste

Hazardous Waste

The environmentally sound management of hazardous waste helps protect human health and the environment.

The Cradle-to-Grave System

EPA's cradle-to-grave hazardous waste management system provides the critical foundation needed to keep America's land and people safe.  

this is a graphic depicting the cradle to grave hazardous waste management system.Click the image to enlarge.