The Metro Park East Landfill has trained professionals ready to assist your business with the management and disposal of special waste. Part of this includes completing the necessary forms and ensuring regulatory compliance. Special waste may only be disposed after appropriate approval is received. This is to ensure that your waste is disposed of safely and to safeguard the well being of our employees. Failure to obtain the necessary approval and permit may result in rejection of a load.
Special waste falls into one of these three categories:
1: Commercial/Industrial Waste
This is non-hazardous industrial process waste, treated infectious waste and similar potentially harmful waste that requires special handling. Examples include processed sludge, ash, filters, sandblast media and dusty wastes. Commercial and industrial waste must not contain "free" liquids and must be containerized if it can become airborne.
2: Petroleum Contaminated Soils
These soils are non-hazardous and contaminated with petroleum products. This type of waste is treated by aeration and then used as a daily cover at the Metro Park East Landfill.
3: Other Special Waste
These need special handling, such as spill cleanup materials, off-spec products, animal carcasses, drums and pressurized containers, fluorescent lights and asbestos.
When special waste needs disposal, most companies contract with a hauler to remove the waste. MWA recommends that you, as the generator, specify in your contract with the hauler to have the materials taken to the Metro Park East Landfill. State law requires that waste generated in this area goes to the Metro Park East Landfill. Having this specified in your contract is an added protection and assurance for you.