2 Briefly describe a scenario that would be subject to RCRA

2. Briefly describe a scenario that would be subject to RCRA hazardous waste regulations due to the F list.

Solution

The F-List of hazardous wastes are from non specific sources. This list covers processes from a wide range of sectors, including the manufacturing industry, government, and schools. These wastes can range from general solvent use to metal finishing industry wastes.

The F-List has seven distinct subgroups, including:

And though this is considered the more general list, there can be many F-listed wastes that can be quite specific. Healthcare facilities may also deal with some F-list wastes, such as acetone, methanol, toluene, xylene, and methylene chloride.