Getting rid of used engine oil isn’t as simple as placing it in the trash. Throwing your Oil out with everyday garbage could get you in trouble with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and local authorities. Whenever you replace your own automotive fluids or are a business that offers Oil change services, you have to have a plan in place for how to handle the proper disposal of your used Motor Oil and Filters. At ADCO Environmental Services, LLC, we’re sharing everything you need to know…

Antifreeze keeps your auto’s engine at safe temperatures. It prevents the temperature of your engine from rising above 225 degrees Fahrenheit. It’s also formulated to prevent freezing during the winter months when the outside temperature plummets. Without its inherent “anti-freezing” properties, icy coolant would expand and crack your engine block. Changing your coolant is key to protecting your engine and keeping it working safely and efficiently, however, if you opt to change your coolant by…

Do you need exit sign disposal? Radioactive emergency exit signs must not be disposed of with regular trash. Old or damaged egress light signage containing a radioisotope known as Tritium (H-3) can contaminate landfills and the environment if not disposed of properly, as they contain radioactive gas known as Tritium. To make these signs glow in the dark, they are made using radioactive Tritium Gas which is stored inside small glass tubes inside the sign housing. Due to these signs being…

Generators are defined as persons, such as individuals, corporations, or Federal Government agencies that produce hazardous waste according to Chapter 11 of the hazardous waste regulations. If you are a generator, you may want to know whether you need a USEPA ID number, also known as an Environmental Protection Agency Site ID number to remain compliant with Federal regulations. In this article, we look at the different EPA generator classifications to help you understand which of these codes…

If you are handling hazardous waste, you may be wondering if you need an Environmental Protection Agency Site ID number commonly referred to as a “USEPA ID Number” or “Generator Number” or not. The short answer is that many businesses, facilities, and organizations that generate, transport, treat, store, and/or dispose of hazardous waste are required to obtain a USEPA ID Number. There are some exceptions to this rule, and the requirements can vary depending on your location and the type and…