Overview
Large quantity hazardous waste generating facilities (facilities that generate greater than 1,000 kilograms per month) and hazardous waste treatment,
storage and/or disposal facilities (TSDFs) complete the Biennial Report to inform the public, the states, and US EPA of their waste generation and management
activities. In addition to supplying information for compliance purposes (e.g., to demonstrate the quantity of hazardous waste generated by a particular facility)
the Biennial Report helps US EPA and the states to analyze their regulatory programs and assists them in making hazardous waste treatment and disposal capacity
determinations. US EPA compiles the data obtained into national reports that contain information on hazardous waste management. For example, the published reports
contain statistical information on quantities of hazardous waste generated, which facilities are generating what types of wastes, and management practices.
Hazardous Waste Biennial Reporting
As required by Sections 3002 and 3004 of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), hazardous waste generators and treatment, storage, or disposal facilities
must submit information every two years using Hazardous Waste Report EPA Form 8700-13 A/B. This collection ensures compliance with the recordkeeping and reporting
standards established in 40 CFR Parts 262-270 (40 CFR 262.40(b) and (d); 262.41; 264.75; 265.75; and 270.30(1)(9)).
Key Aspects of the Biennial Report:
- Requirement: Mandated by RCRA Sections 3002 (generators) and 3004 (TSDFs) to track waste "cradle-to-grave".
- Purpose: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency uses this data to track waste generation and management, measure environmental quality, and monitor compliance.
- Frequency: The report is completed every two years (reporting on odd-numbered years, due March 1 of even-numbered years).
- Target Audience: Large Quantity Generators (LQGs) and TSDFs are generally required to report.
- Information Collected: Details regarding the nature, quantity, and disposition of hazardous waste.
Resources
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EPA: Biennial Report Summary
The Biennial Report Summary provides the number of hazardous waste generators, managers, shippers, and receivers and the total quantity of hazardous waste generated,
managed, shipped and received for each of the 58 US States and Territories, as well as Regional or National totals, for the reporting year specified (1991 to present).
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How to Get Started
How to get started using the US EPA RCRAINFO Industry Application.
Contact Us
Marjorie Skeens, Environmental Resources Specialist 3
West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection
Division of Water and Waste Management
601 57th St. SE
Charleston, WV 25304
Phone: (304) 926-0499 x43835
Email: Marjorie.A.Skeens@wv.gov