RCRA Subtitle D addresses solid non-hazardous waste. Which of the following is the correct subtitle for hazardous waste?

RCRA Subtitle D addresses solid non-hazardous waste. Which of the following is the correct subtitle for hazardous waste?

• A. Subtitle C
• B. Subtitle D
• C. Subtitle A
• D. Subtitle B

Answer: (A)

RCRA organizes waste programs by subtitle, with hazardous waste under the one that governs its management. Hazardous waste requires specific rules for identification, handling, treatment, storage, and disposal, plus permitting and compliance measures, all set out under Subtitle C. In contrast, Subtitle D covers nonhazardous solid waste such as municipal trash. So the subtitle that addresses hazardous waste is the one designated for hazardous waste management, Subtitle C. The other subtitles do not regulate hazardous waste.

RCRA organizes waste programs by subtitle, with hazardous waste under the one that governs its management. Hazardous waste requires specific rules for identification, handling, treatment, storage, and disposal, plus permitting and compliance measures, all set out under Subtitle C. In contrast, Subtitle D covers nonhazardous solid waste such as municipal trash. So the subtitle that addresses hazardous waste is the one designated for hazardous waste management, Subtitle C. The other subtitles do not regulate hazardous waste.