Hazardous Waste Disposal in Hawaii

Professional Hazardous Waste Management Services Throughout Hawaii

Businesses and institutions across Hawaii generate hazardous waste that requires proper disposal to meet EPA and Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) regulations. From military installations to tourism facilities throughout the islands, proper hazardous waste management is essential for compliance, safety, and environmental protection. Hazardous Waste Disposal provides expert waste management services throughout the Aloha State.

Call (800) 582-4833 for Hawaii hazardous waste disposal services or email info@hazardouswastedisposal.com

Hazardous Waste Services Across Hawaii

We provide comprehensive hazardous waste disposal services to businesses, industries, institutions, and organizations throughout Hawaii. Our services cover all major islands, ensuring Hawaii businesses have access to reliable, compliant waste management solutions despite the unique challenges of island operations.

Major Hawaii Islands & Communities We Serve

Island of Oahu

  • Honolulu (state capital)

  • Pearl City

  • Hilo

  • Kailua

  • Waipahu

  • Kaneohe

  • Mililani

  • Ewa Beach

  • Kapolei

  • Aiea

  • Wahiawa

  • Waikiki (tourism district)

  • Pearl Harbor military complex

Island of Hawaii (Big Island)

  • Hilo

  • Kailua-Kona

  • Captain Cook

  • Kealakekua

  • Waimea

  • Pahoa

  • Volcano

  • Naalehu

Island of Maui

  • Kahului

  • Wailuku

  • Kihei

  • Lahaina

  • Makawao

  • Paia

  • Haiku

  • Wailea

Island of Kauai

  • Lihue

  • Kapaa

  • Hanalei

  • Poipu

  • Waimea

  • Koloa

Island of Molokai

  • Kaunakakai

  • Maunaloa

Island of Lanai

  • Lanai City

Other Hawaii Communities

  • We serve all major Hawaiian islands

  • Military installations

  • Tourist resort areas

  • Rural agricultural regions

  • Remote island locations

Hawaii Industries We Serve

Hawaii's unique island economy generates various hazardous waste streams across multiple industries:

Military & Defense

Major Military Presence (Largest employer in Hawaii)

  • Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard

  • Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam

  • Marine Corps Base Hawaii (Kaneohe Bay)

  • Schofield Barracks (Army)

  • Wheeler Army Airfield

  • Fort Shafter

  • Pohakuloa Training Area (Big Island)

  • Pacific Missile Range Facility (Kauai)

  • Coast Guard facilities

  • Defense contractors and support services

Military Operations

  • Naval ship maintenance and repair

  • Aircraft maintenance

  • Vehicle and equipment maintenance

  • Ammunition and ordnance operations

  • Training exercises

  • Fuel storage and handling

Tourism & Hospitality

Major Tourism Industry (Economic driver)

  • Hotels and resorts (extensive statewide)

  • Vacation rentals and condominiums

  • Restaurants and dining establishments

  • Golf courses (numerous throughout islands)

  • Tour operations

  • Cruise ship ports (Honolulu, Maui, Big Island, Kauai)

  • Entertainment venues

  • Spa and wellness facilities

  • Convention facilities

Agriculture

Agricultural Operations

  • Coffee production (Kona coffee, other regions)

  • Macadamia nut orchards

  • Pineapple production (limited but historic)

  • Papaya farming

  • Tropical fruit production

  • Sugarcane (historic - mostly phased out)

  • Livestock operations

  • Flowers and foliage (anthuriums, orchids)

  • Aquaculture

  • Organic farming

Healthcare & Medical

Medical Facilities

  • The Queen's Medical Center (Honolulu)

  • Kaiser Permanente Hawaii

  • Hawaii Pacific Health system

  • Straub Medical Center

  • Regional medical centers on each major island

  • Veterans Affairs facilities

  • Outpatient surgery centers

  • Diagnostic laboratories

  • Veterinary hospitals and clinics

Education & Research

Universities & Colleges

  • University of Hawaii system (10 campuses)

  • University of Hawaii at Manoa (flagship)

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo

  • Brigham Young University-Hawaii

  • Hawaii Pacific University

  • Chaminade University

  • Community colleges on major islands

Research Institutions

  • Astronomical observatories (Mauna Kea)

  • Marine science research

  • Volcanic research (Hawaii Volcano Observatory)

  • Agricultural research stations

  • Pacific oceanographic research

Energy & Utilities

Power Generation

  • Oil-fired power plants (primary source)

  • Renewable energy (solar, wind, geothermal, biomass)

  • Geothermal plants (Big Island)

  • Solar energy development (extensive)

  • Wind farms

Utilities

  • Hawaiian Electric Company (HECO)

  • Hawaii Electric Light Company (Big Island)

  • Maui Electric Company

  • Kauai Island Utility Cooperative

  • Water utilities

  • Wastewater treatment facilities

Transportation & Logistics

Aviation

  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (Honolulu)

  • Kahului Airport (Maui)

  • Kona International Airport (Big Island)

  • Lihue Airport (Kauai)

  • Inter-island airports

  • Aircraft maintenance facilities

  • General aviation

Maritime

  • Commercial harbors (Honolulu, Hilo, Kahului, Nawiliwili)

  • Cargo operations

  • Fuel terminals

  • Ship repair and maintenance

  • Inter-island shipping

  • Cruise ship operations

Manufacturing & Industrial

Limited Manufacturing

  • Food processing

  • Beverage production

  • Printing and publishing

  • Concrete and construction materials

  • Small-scale manufacturing

Construction & Real Estate Development

Construction Industry

  • Residential construction

  • Commercial development

  • Hotel and resort construction

  • Infrastructure projects

  • Renovation and remodeling

Marine & Ocean Industries

Ocean-Based Operations

  • Commercial fishing

  • Aquaculture operations

  • Marine research vessels

  • Tour boats and charter operations

  • Boat repair and maintenance

  • Marina operations

Automotive Services

Vehicle Services

  • Auto dealerships

  • Repair and maintenance shops

  • Body shops and collision repair

  • Fleet maintenance

  • Rental car operations (tourism-driven)

Commercial & Service Industries

Diverse Services

  • Dry cleaning and laundries

  • Printing and graphics

  • Laboratories (environmental, clinical, analytical)

  • Dental and medical offices

  • Beauty salons and spas

  • Pest control services (important in tropical climate)

Hawaii Hazardous Waste Regulations

Businesses generating hazardous waste in Hawaii must comply with both federal EPA requirements and Hawaii-specific regulations administered by the Hawaii Department of Health (DOH).

Hawaii Department of Health (DOH)

Regulatory Authority

  • Solid and Hazardous Waste Branch (SHWB)

  • Environmental Health Administration

  • Authorized by EPA to implement RCRA program

  • Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 342J

  • Hawaii Administrative Rules Title 11, Chapter 261-271

DOH Main Office

  • Location: 919 Ala Moana Boulevard, Room 212, Honolulu, HI 96814

  • Phone: (808) 586-4226

  • Environmental Emergency: (808) 247-2191 (24/7)

  • Website: health.hawaii.gov

  • Solid and Hazardous Waste Branch

Neighbor Island Offices

  • Hawaii Island (Hilo)

  • Maui

  • Kauai

  • Molokai

Hawaii Generator Requirements

Generator Classification

  • Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG): Less than 220 lbs/month

  • Small Quantity Generator (SQG): 220 to 2,200 lbs/month

  • Large Quantity Generator (LQG): More than 2,200 lbs/month

EPA ID Numbers

  • Required for SQGs and LQGs

  • Obtained through Hawaii DOH

  • Needed before shipping hazardous waste off-site

  • Included on all waste manifests

Accumulation Time Limits

  • VSQG: No federal time limit (cannot exceed 2,200 lbs total on-site)

  • SQG: 180 days (or 270 days if disposal facility >200 miles away)

  • LQG: 90 days maximum

  • Hawaii facilities typically qualify for 270-day extension due to distance to mainland disposal facilities

Hawaii-Specific Requirements

  • Generator notification and registration

  • Annual fees (based on generator status)

  • Biennial reporting for LQGs

  • Exception reporting

  • Specific training requirements

  • Recordkeeping requirements

  • Island-specific considerations

Hawaii Hazardous Waste Rules

Hawaii Administrative Rules

  • Title 11, Chapters 261-271: Hazardous Waste Management

  • Follows federal RCRA structure

  • Hawaii-specific amendments

  • Additional state requirements

Special Hawaii Provisions

  • Island geography and logistics

  • Limited in-state disposal (most waste shipped to mainland)

  • Extended accumulation times

  • Ocean and marine environment protection

  • Tropical climate considerations

  • Storm and hurricane preparedness

  • Volcanic activity considerations

DOH Permits & Approvals

Permit Requirements

  • Treatment, storage, and disposal facilities (very limited)

  • Hazardous waste transporter permits

  • Transfer facility permits

  • Post-closure permits

  • Financial assurance requirements

Notification Requirements

  • Generator notifications

  • Waste activity changes

  • Facility modifications

  • Closure activities

  • Emergency releases and spills

Hawaii Environmental Penalties

Violations & Enforcement

  • Civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation per day

  • Criminal penalties for knowing violations

  • Administrative orders

  • Compliance schedules

  • Corrective action requirements

  • Permit suspension or revocation

Common Violations

  • Failure to obtain EPA ID number

  • Exceeding accumulation time limits

  • Improper waste characterization

  • Inadequate container labeling

  • Missing or incomplete manifests

  • Lack of required training

  • Improper storage practices

  • Failure to pay annual fees

  • Missing biennial reports

Hawaii Spill Reporting

Immediate Reporting Required

  • Hawaii DOH Environmental Emergency: (808) 247-2191 (24/7)

  • National Response Center: 1-800-424-8802

  • U.S. Coast Guard (marine spills)

  • Local emergency services

  • Follow-up written report required

Reportable Quantities

  • Any release of hazardous substances

  • Hazardous waste releases

  • Petroleum products

  • Marine environment releases (critical)

  • Even if contained on-site

Common Hawaii Hazardous Wastes

Hawaii's unique industries and island environment generate distinctive hazardous waste streams:

Military Installation Waste

Naval Operations (Pearl Harbor Shipyard)

  • Ship maintenance and repair chemicals

  • Paint and coating waste (marine paints)

  • Solvents and degreasers

  • Bilge waste

  • Fuel handling waste

  • Hydraulic fluids

  • Battery acids

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Sandblasting materials

Aviation & Vehicle Maintenance

  • Aircraft cleaning solvents

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Hydraulic fluids

  • Paint and coating waste

  • De-icing fluids (minimal use)

  • Fuel handling waste

Base Operations

  • Ammunition and ordnance waste

  • Training exercise residues

  • Facility maintenance waste

  • Vehicle and equipment waste

  • Fuel storage operations

Tourism & Hospitality Waste

Hotels & Resorts

  • Pool and spa chemicals (high usage in tropical climate)

  • Cleaning and sanitizing chemicals

  • Maintenance chemicals

  • Pest control products (important in Hawaii)

  • HVAC refrigerants

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Laundry chemicals

  • Painting and renovation waste

Golf Courses

  • Pesticides and herbicides

  • Fungicides (high humidity environment)

  • Fertilizers with hazardous components

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Fuel and oil from maintenance equipment

Restaurants & Food Service

  • Cleaning and degreasing chemicals

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Pest control products

  • Used cooking oil (recycling programs)

  • Drain cleaners

Agricultural Waste

Coffee & Macadamia Nut Operations

  • Pesticides and fungicides

  • Herbicides

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Processing chemicals

  • Fuel and oil

Tropical Fruit & Flower Production

  • Pesticides and fungicides (high use due to pests and humidity)

  • Herbicides

  • Growth regulators

  • Soil fumigants

  • Equipment cleaning waste

  • Empty pesticide containers

Livestock Operations

  • Veterinary pharmaceuticals

  • Disinfectants and sanitizers

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Pest control products

Healthcare & Medical Waste

Hospitals & Medical Centers

  • Pharmaceutical waste

  • Chemotherapy drugs and cytotoxic waste

  • Chemical disinfectants and sterilants

  • Laboratory reagents

  • Formaldehyde and fixatives

  • Mercury devices (being phased out)

  • Sharps and regulated medical waste

Medical Laboratories

  • Laboratory chemicals

  • Biological specimens in preservatives

  • Expired reagents

  • Quality control waste

University & Research Laboratory Waste

Academic Laboratories

  • Teaching laboratory chemicals

  • Research chemicals (marine science, astronomy, volcanic research)

  • Expired or unknown chemicals

  • Heavy metal compounds

  • Organic solvents

  • Acids and bases

  • Oceanographic research chemicals

Observatory Operations (Mauna Kea)

  • Optical cleaning chemicals

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Specialty chemicals

  • High-altitude operation waste

Energy Industry Waste

Power Plants

  • Fuel oil handling waste

  • Boiler cleaning chemicals

  • Water treatment chemicals

  • Transformer oils

  • Equipment maintenance waste

Geothermal Operations (Big Island)

  • Drilling fluids

  • Production chemicals

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Geothermal fluid byproducts

Maritime & Marine Industry Waste

Port Operations

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Fuel spills and contaminated materials

  • Hydraulic fluids

  • Ship maintenance waste

Boat Repair & Maintenance

  • Paint and coating waste (marine paints with antifouling agents)

  • Paint strippers and solvents

  • Bottom paints (may contain copper)

  • Fiberglass resins and materials

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Bilge waste

  • Fuel and oil contamination

Commercial Fishing

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Fuel and oil

  • Hydraulic fluids

  • Refrigeration chemicals

Construction & Development Waste

Building Materials

  • Paints and coatings

  • Paint thinners and solvents

  • Adhesives and sealants

  • Concrete chemicals

  • Waterproofing compounds (important in humid climate)

  • Wood preservatives (termite protection)

HVAC & Mechanical

  • Refrigerants (high usage in tropical climate)

  • Equipment oils

  • Cleaning chemicals

Automotive Service Waste

Vehicle Maintenance

  • Used motor oil

  • Oil filters

  • Antifreeze and coolants

  • Brake fluid

  • Transmission fluid

  • Batteries (lead-acid)

  • Parts washer solvents

  • Contaminated rags

Body Shop Materials

  • Automotive paints

  • Paint thinners and reducers

  • Body fillers and hardeners

  • Spray gun cleaners

Pest Control Waste

Pest Control Services (High demand in tropical climate)

  • Pesticides and insecticides (termites, ants, cockroaches)

  • Termiticides (major issue in Hawaii)

  • Rodenticides

  • Fumigants

  • Empty pesticide containers

  • Equipment cleaning waste

Printing & Graphics Waste

Printing Operations

  • Printing inks

  • Fountain solutions

  • Plate processing chemicals

  • Cleaning solvents

  • Contaminated rags

Dry Cleaning Waste

Dry Cleaning Operations

  • Perchloroethylene (perc)

  • Still residues

  • Filter cartridges

  • Contaminated materials

Universal Waste

Common Throughout Hawaii

  • Batteries (lead-acid, lithium, Ni-Cd, alkaline)

  • Fluorescent lamps and bulbs

  • Mercury devices

  • Electronic waste

  • Ballasts

  • Air conditioning equipment (extensive in tropical climate)

  • Solar panel waste (growing)

Our Hawaii Hazardous Waste Services

Comprehensive Waste Disposal

All Waste Types

  • Military installation waste

  • Tourism and hospitality waste

  • Agricultural waste

  • Healthcare and medical waste

  • Laboratory chemicals (all types)

  • University and research waste

  • Energy industry waste

  • Maritime and marine industry waste

  • Construction waste

  • Automotive service waste

  • Pest control waste

  • All Hawaii-generated hazardous wastes

Specialized Hawaii Services

  • Unknown chemical identification

  • Lab pack services

  • Bulk waste disposal

  • Emergency spill response

  • Tank cleaning and disposal

  • Equipment decontamination

  • Site remediation support

  • Inter-island coordination

  • Mainland shipping coordination

Island-Specific Logistics

Multi-Island Service

  • Oahu operations

  • Big Island service

  • Maui coordination

  • Kauai service

  • Neighbor island logistics

  • Inter-island transportation

  • Mainland shipping arrangements

  • Extended storage coordination

Industry-Specific Services

Military Installations

  • Naval shipyard waste

  • Base operations waste

  • Aircraft and vehicle maintenance

  • Security clearance available

  • DOD compliance

  • Coordinated service

Tourism & Hospitality

  • Hotel and resort services

  • Pool and spa chemical disposal

  • Golf course waste management

  • Restaurant waste disposal

  • High-volume service capabilities

  • Multi-property programs

Agricultural Operations

  • Pesticide and herbicide disposal

  • Coffee and macadamia operations

  • Tropical agriculture waste

  • Container management programs

  • Volume discounts

Healthcare Facilities

  • Pharmaceutical waste disposal

  • Chemotherapy drug disposal

  • Laboratory chemical waste

  • Regulated medical waste

  • Sharps disposal

  • Island medical center service

Marine & Maritime

  • Boat repair and maintenance waste

  • Marine paint disposal

  • Port facility service

  • Commercial fishing waste

  • Marina operations

Universal Waste Management

Hawaii-Wide Programs

  • Battery collection and recycling

  • Lamp and bulb recycling

  • Mercury device disposal

  • Electronic waste recycling

  • Solar panel disposal

  • Ballast disposal

  • AC equipment disposal

  • Simplified regulatory compliance

DOH Compliance Support

Regulatory Assistance

  • EPA ID number application help

  • Generator status determination

  • DOH reporting requirements

  • Waste characterization support

  • Manifest preparation

  • Training materials and resources

  • Recordkeeping guidance

  • Inspection preparation

Documentation

  • Hawaii hazardous waste manifests

  • Land disposal restriction notifications

  • Certificates of disposal

  • Exception reports

  • Biennial reports (LQG assistance)

  • Training records

  • Annual fee documentation

  • Mainland shipment documentation

Emergency Response

24/7 Hawaii Service

  • Rapid spill response

  • Marine spill response

  • Unknown material incidents

  • Urgent waste removal

  • DOH notification assistance

  • Coast Guard coordination (if marine)

  • Cleanup and remediation

  • Documentation support

Mainland Shipping Coordination

Off-Island Disposal

  • Coordination with mainland disposal facilities

  • Proper packaging for ocean transport

  • DOT compliance for maritime shipping

  • Extended storage management (270-day qualification)

  • Cost-effective consolidation

  • Regular shipping schedules

Hawaii Waste Disposal Costs

Hawaii disposal costs are among the highest in the nation due to island geography, limited local disposal options, and mainland shipping requirements. Typical cost ranges:

Common Waste Streams

Laboratory Chemicals

  • Small lab pack (10-20 containers): $1,000-$2,500

  • Medium lab pack (30-50 containers): $2,500-$5,000

  • Large lab pack (50-100+ containers): $5,000-$10,000+

  • Individual chemicals: $50-$200 per container

Tourism & Hospitality Waste

  • Pool chemicals: $4-$12 per gallon

  • Cleaning chemicals: $4-$10 per gallon

  • Maintenance waste: $5-$12 per gallon

Agricultural Waste

  • Pesticides: $10-$30 per gallon

  • Herbicides: $8-$25 per gallon

  • Fungicides: $10-$30 per gallon

  • Empty containers: $5-$15 per container

Paint Waste

  • Latex paint: $4-$10 per gallon

  • Oil-based paint: $6-$15 per gallon

  • Industrial coatings: $8-$20 per gallon

  • Marine paints: $10-$25 per gallon

Automotive Fluids

  • Used oil: $2-$5 per gallon (limited recycling on islands)

  • Antifreeze: $4-$10 per gallon

  • Brake fluid: $6-$15 per gallon

Solvents & Chemicals

  • Common solvents: $6-$15 per gallon

  • Bulk drums (55-gallon): $500-$1,500 per drum

  • Degreasers: $5-$12 per gallon

Universal Waste

  • Fluorescent bulbs: $0.75-$3 per linear foot

  • Batteries: $1-$8 per pound

  • Ballasts: $2-$15 per unit

  • Electronics: $0.20-$2 per pound

  • Solar panels: $0.50-$2 per pound

Service Fees by Island

Pickup Charges

  • Oahu: $200-$600

  • Big Island: $300-$800

  • Maui: $300-$800

  • Kauai: $300-$800

  • Remote locations: $400-$1,000+

  • Inter-island shipping: Additional costs

  • Mainland shipping: Built into disposal costs

Hawaii Premium Costs

  • Island logistics: 20-50% higher than mainland

  • Mainland shipping: Significant cost factor

  • Limited local disposal options

  • Ocean freight costs

  • Extended accumulation storage

Additional Services

  • Lab pack service: $100-$200 per hour

  • Waste profiling: $250-$800 per stream

  • Emergency response: $1,000-$5,000+

  • Marine spill response: $2,000-$10,000+

  • After-hours service: Premium rates

Hawaii costs are significantly higher than mainland due to geography and logistics. Contact us for accurate quotes specific to your island and waste streams.

Hawaii Environmental Resources

State Agencies

Hawaii Department of Health (DOH)

  • Solid and Hazardous Waste Branch

  • Main Office: 919 Ala Moana Boulevard, Room 212, Honolulu, HI 96814

  • Phone: (808) 586-4226

  • Environmental Emergency: (808) 247-2191 (24/7)

  • Website: health.hawaii.gov

DOH Neighbor Island Offices

  • Hawaii District Health Office (Hilo)

  • Maui District Health Office

  • Kauai District Health Office

Federal Agencies

EPA Region 9 (Pacific Southwest)

  • San Francisco Office (main)

  • 75 Hawthorne Street

  • San Francisco, CA 94105

  • Serves Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Pacific Islands

U.S. Coast Guard

  • District 14 (Honolulu)

  • Marine pollution response

  • Oil spill response

  • Vessel waste regulations

Emergency Resources

Hawaii Emergency Response

  • DOH Environmental Emergency: (808) 247-2191

  • National Response Center: 1-800-424-8802

  • U.S. Coast Guard: (808) 535-3333

  • Hawaii Emergency Management Agency

  • Local emergency services

Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs)

  • County-level emergency planning

  • SARA Title III reporting

  • Hazmat response coordination

Why Hawaii Businesses Choose Us

Hawaii Expertise

  • Island operations experience

  • Understanding of unique Hawaii challenges

  • Knowledge of DOH regulations

  • Military installation experience

  • Tourism industry knowledge

  • Agricultural operations understanding

Multi-Island Coverage

  • Oahu service

  • Big Island service

  • Maui service

  • Kauai service

  • Molokai and Lanai coordination

  • Inter-island logistics

Mainland Shipping Coordination

  • Established mainland disposal relationships

  • Ocean freight coordination

  • DOT maritime compliance

  • Cost-effective consolidation

  • Regular shipping schedules

DOH Regulatory Compliance

  • Complete Hawaii regulatory compliance

  • DOH reporting assistance

  • EPA ID number support

  • 270-day accumulation management

  • Proper manifesting and documentation

  • Training materials

  • Inspection preparation

Military Experience

  • Naval shipyard service

  • Base operations support

  • Security clearances

  • DOD compliance

  • Military specifications

Competitive Pricing

  • Transparent Hawaii pricing

  • No hidden fees

  • Volume discounts

  • Multi-property pricing

  • Cost-effective for island operations

Reliable Service

  • Scheduled pickups on all major islands

  • On-call availability

  • Emergency response

  • Marine spill response

  • Professional service

  • Responsive communication

Complete Documentation

  • Hawaii hazardous waste manifests

  • Certificates of disposal

  • DOH-compliant records

  • Exception reports

  • Biennial reporting support

  • Mainland shipment documentation

  • Training records

Hawaii Hazardous Waste Best Practices

Island-Specific Considerations

Extended Storage Planning

  • Plan for 270-day accumulation (mainland shipping delays)

  • Adequate storage capacity

  • Proper inventory management

  • Regular consolidation

  • Accumulation date tracking

Tropical Climate Management

  • Protection from heat and humidity

  • Corrosion prevention

  • Ventilation requirements

  • UV protection for outdoor storage

  • Pest control (insects, rodents)

  • Container integrity monitoring

Storm & Hurricane Preparedness

Weather Planning

  • Secure all containers before storms

  • Protected storage areas

  • Elevated storage (flood prevention)

  • Emergency contact information

  • Post-storm inspection procedures

  • Spill response equipment ready

Waste Minimization

Source Reduction

  • Minimize waste generation (high disposal costs)

  • Process optimization

  • Material substitution

  • Inventory management (avoid expiration)

  • Employee training

  • Recycling and reuse programs

Cost Management

  • Consolidate shipments to mainland

  • Proper waste segregation

  • Volume discounts

  • Efficient accumulation

  • Avoid emergency shipments

Proper Storage

Container Management

  • DOT-approved containers for ocean shipment

  • Proper containers for waste type

  • Secondary containment for liquids

  • Covered storage (weather protection)

  • Segregate incompatible wastes

  • Proper labeling

  • Regular inspections

  • Corrosion monitoring

Regulatory Compliance

Generator Requirements

  • Obtain EPA ID number (if required)

  • Know your generator status

  • Utilize 270-day accumulation (if qualified)

  • Proper container labeling

  • Complete manifesting

  • Required personnel training

  • Maintain records

  • File required reports

  • Pay DOH annual fees

Emergency Preparedness

  • Spill response plans

  • Marine spill procedures (if coastal)

  • Hurricane/storm preparedness

  • Emergency equipment and supplies

  • Employee training

  • Posted emergency contacts

  • DOH notification procedures

  • Coast Guard notification (if marine)

Environmental Protection

Hawaii Environmental Priorities

  • Ocean and marine environment protection (critical)

  • Coral reef protection

  • Drinking water aquifer protection

  • Native ecosystem protection

  • Beach and coastal protection

  • Watershed protection

  • Volcanic area considerations

Marine Environment Protection

Coastal Operations

  • Prevent releases to ocean

  • Proper containment near water

  • Storm water management

  • Spill prevention

  • Marine spill response preparedness

Getting Started with Hawaii Hazardous Waste Disposal

Step 1: Contact Us

Reach out to discuss your Hawaii waste disposal needs:

  • Call (800) 582-4833

  • Email info@hazardouswastedisposal.com

  • Provide information about your island, location, industry, waste types, and quantities

Step 2: Hawaii Waste Assessment

We'll help you navigate Hawaii's unique requirements:

  • Identify your waste streams

  • Determine generator status

  • Assess DOH requirements

  • Plan for 270-day accumulation

  • Consider inter-island logistics

  • Estimate costs (including Hawaii premiums)

  • Develop customized service plan

Step 3: Service Setup

Once you approve our proposal:

  • Assist with EPA ID number (if needed)

  • Provide waste containers and labels

  • Establish pickup schedule

  • Coordinate mainland shipping

  • Set up documentation systems

  • Provide training materials

  • Plan for island logistics

Step 4: Ongoing Service

We provide:

  • Scheduled or on-call pickups

  • Inter-island coordination

  • Mainland shipping arrangements

  • Proper disposal at approved facilities

  • Complete manifesting

  • Certificates of disposal

  • DOH compliance support

  • Training assistance

  • Regular program review

  • Emergency response when needed

Contact Us for Hawaii Hazardous Waste Disposal

Hazardous Waste Disposal provides professional, compliant waste management services throughout Hawaii. We understand Hawaii's unique challenges, from island logistics to military operations to tourism, and we're committed to helping your business maintain full DOH and EPA compliance while managing the complexities of island waste disposal.

Get Started Today:

  • Call: (800) 582-4833

  • Email: info@hazardouswastedisposal.com

  • Website: www.hazardouswastedisposal.com

Serving All of Hawaii:

  • Island of Oahu (Honolulu)

  • Island of Hawaii (Big Island)

  • Island of Maui

  • Island of Kauai

  • Island of Molokai

  • Island of Lanai

  • All major islands and communities

Let us handle your Hawaii hazardous waste disposal challenges so you can focus on your business operations. We provide the expertise, service, and compliance support Hawaii businesses need for safe, legal, and cost-effective hazardous waste management in this unique island environment.

Hawaii businesses trust us for:

  • Complete DOH compliance

  • Multi-island service coverage

  • Mainland shipping coordination

  • Military installation expertise

  • Island logistics experience

  • 270-day accumulation management

  • Professional support

Contact us today for a free consultation and quote for your Hawaii facility.