Hazardous Waste Disposal in Louisiana

Professional Hazardous Waste Management Services Throughout Louisiana

Businesses and institutions across Louisiana generate hazardous waste that requires proper disposal to meet EPA and Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) regulations. From petrochemical facilities to offshore operations, proper hazardous waste management is essential for compliance, safety, and environmental protection. Hazardous Waste Disposal provides expert waste management services throughout the Pelican State.

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

Hazardous Waste Services Across Louisiana

We provide comprehensive hazardous waste disposal services to businesses, industries, institutions, and organizations throughout Louisiana. Our services cover all major cities and regions across the state, ensuring Louisiana businesses have access to reliable, compliant waste management solutions.

Major Louisiana Cities & Regions We Serve

Southeast Louisiana / New Orleans Metro

  • New Orleans

  • Metairie

  • Kenner

  • Marrero

  • Chalmette

  • Harvey

  • Slidell

Baton Rouge / Capital Region

  • Baton Rouge (state capital)

  • Zachary

  • Baker

  • Central

  • Denham Springs

  • Gonzales

  • Prairieville

Southwest Louisiana / Lake Charles Area

  • Lake Charles

  • Sulphur

  • Westlake

  • Moss Bluff

Acadiana / Lafayette Area

  • Lafayette

  • New Iberia

  • Opelousas

  • Crowley

  • Abbeville

  • Breaux Bridge

North Louisiana

  • Shreveport

  • Bossier City

  • Monroe

  • West Monroe

  • Ruston

  • Alexandria

Southeast Coast / Houma-Thibodaux

  • Houma

  • Thibodaux

  • Morgan City

Other Louisiana Communities

  • We serve all 64 Louisiana parishes

  • Urban and suburban areas

  • Coastal communities

  • Mississippi River corridor

  • Offshore support locations

Louisiana Industries We Serve

Louisiana's economy, heavily focused on petrochemicals and energy, generates significant hazardous waste streams:

Petrochemical & Chemical Manufacturing

Major Chemical Manufacturing Hub ("Chemical Corridor" along Mississippi River)

  • Oil refining (extensive - multiple major refineries)

  • Petrochemical production

  • Plastics manufacturing

  • Chemical manufacturing

  • Polymer production

  • Industrial gas production

  • Specialty chemical manufacturing

  • Chemical processing facilities

Major Companies & Facilities

  • ExxonMobil (Baton Rouge refinery - 2nd largest in U.S.)

  • Shell (Norco, Geismar)

  • Dow Chemical

  • BASF

  • Westlake Chemical

  • Sasol

  • Marathon Petroleum

  • Phillips 66

  • Valero

  • Numerous other facilities

Oil & Gas Industry

Exploration & Production

  • Offshore oil and gas operations (Gulf of Mexico)

  • Onshore drilling and production

  • Well servicing and workover

  • Drilling operations

  • Production facilities

Midstream Operations

  • Pipeline operations

  • Storage terminals

  • Natural gas processing

  • Liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities

Support Services

  • Offshore support bases (multiple locations)

  • Equipment maintenance and repair

  • Supply chain operations

  • Marine support services

Port & Maritime Operations

Major Port Operations

  • Port of South Louisiana (largest tonnage port in Western Hemisphere)

  • Port of New Orleans

  • Port of Baton Rouge

  • Port of Lake Charles

  • Numerous smaller ports

  • Shipbuilding and repair

  • Marine services

  • Cargo operations

Agriculture & Food Processing

Agricultural Production

  • Sugarcane production (major producer)

  • Rice production

  • Cotton farming

  • Soybean production

  • Crawfish farming (aquaculture)

  • Catfish farming

  • Timber and forestry

Food Processing

  • Sugar refining

  • Rice processing

  • Seafood processing (shrimp, oysters, crawfish)

  • Meat processing

  • Food manufacturing

Energy & Utilities

Power Generation

  • Natural gas power plants

  • Nuclear power (Waterford 3, River Bend)

  • Coal-fired plants (limited)

  • Renewable energy development

Utilities

  • Entergy Louisiana

  • Cleco Power

  • SWEPCO (Southwestern Electric Power Company)

  • Municipal utilities

  • Water and wastewater treatment facilities

Healthcare & Medical

Medical Facilities

  • Ochsner Health System

  • LCMC Health (New Orleans)

  • Our Lady of the Lake (Baton Rouge)

  • Willis-Knighton Health System (Shreveport)

  • Regional medical centers throughout state

  • Rural hospitals and clinics

  • Veterinary hospitals and clinics

Education & Research

Major Universities

  • Louisiana State University (Baton Rouge)

  • Tulane University (New Orleans)

  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette

  • Louisiana Tech University (Ruston)

  • University of New Orleans

  • Southern University system

  • Private colleges throughout state

  • Community college system

Research Institutions

  • LSU research programs

  • Tulane research facilities

  • Energy research

  • Chemical engineering research

  • Coastal and marine research

Tourism & Hospitality

Major Tourism Industry

  • Hotels and resorts (especially New Orleans, French Quarter)

  • Casinos and gaming

  • Restaurants and dining (extensive)

  • Convention facilities

  • Entertainment venues

  • Golf courses

  • Cruise ship operations (Port of New Orleans)

Construction & Real Estate Development

Construction Industry

  • Residential construction

  • Commercial development

  • Industrial construction (petrochemical)

  • Infrastructure projects

  • Hurricane recovery and rebuilding

  • Renovation and remodeling

Shipbuilding & Marine Industry

Shipbuilding & Repair

  • Offshore vessel construction

  • Ship repair facilities

  • Marine equipment manufacturing

  • Boat building

Aerospace & Defense

Aerospace Operations

  • Michoud Assembly Facility (New Orleans - NASA)

  • Military installations

  • Defense contractors

Automotive Services

Vehicle Services

  • Auto dealerships

  • Repair and maintenance shops

  • Body shops and collision repair

  • Fleet maintenance

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

Louisiana Hazardous Waste Regulations

Businesses generating hazardous waste in Louisiana must comply with both federal EPA requirements and Louisiana-specific regulations administered by the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ).

Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ)

Regulatory Authority

  • Office of Environmental Compliance

  • Hazardous Waste Division

  • Authorized by EPA to implement RCRA program

  • Louisiana Environmental Quality Act

  • Louisiana Administrative Code Title 33

LDEQ Main Office

  • Location: 602 North Fifth Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

  • Phone: (225) 219-3181

  • Emergency Spill Reporting: (225) 925-6595 or 1-877-925-6595 (24/7)

  • Website: deq.louisiana.gov

  • Hazardous Waste Division

LDEQ Regional Offices

  • Baton Rouge Office (main)

  • Southeast Louisiana Office (Thibodaux)

  • Northeast Louisiana Office (Monroe)

  • Southwest Louisiana Office (Lake Charles)

  • Northwest Louisiana Office (Shreveport)

Louisiana 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 LDEQ

  • 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

  • Many Louisiana facilities may qualify for 270-day extension

Louisiana-Specific Requirements

  • Generator notification and registration

  • Annual fees (based on generator status)

  • Biennial reporting for LQGs

  • Exception reporting

  • Specific training requirements

  • Recordkeeping requirements

  • Special coastal/hurricane considerations

Louisiana Hazardous Waste Rules

Louisiana Administrative Code

  • Title 33: Environmental Regulatory Code

  • Part V: Solid and Hazardous Waste

  • Follows federal RCRA structure

  • Louisiana-specific amendments

  • Additional state requirements

Special Louisiana Provisions

  • Petrochemical industry requirements

  • Oil and gas exploration waste

  • Offshore operations considerations

  • Hurricane preparedness requirements

  • Coastal protection emphasis

  • Mississippi River corridor protections

  • Wetlands protection

LDEQ Permits & Approvals

Permit Requirements

  • Treatment, storage, and disposal facilities

  • Hazardous waste transporter permits

  • Transfer facility permits

  • Recycling facility permits

  • Post-closure permits

  • Financial assurance requirements

Notification Requirements

  • Generator notifications

  • Waste activity changes

  • Facility modifications

  • Closure activities

  • Emergency releases and spills

Louisiana Environmental Penalties

Violations & Enforcement

  • Civil penalties up to $32,500 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

Louisiana Spill Reporting

Immediate Reporting Required

  • LDEQ Emergency Line: (225) 925-6595 or 1-877-925-6595 (24/7)

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

  • U.S. Coast Guard (marine/offshore spills)

  • Local emergency services

  • Follow-up written report required

Reportable Quantities

  • Any release of hazardous substances

  • Hazardous waste releases

  • Petroleum products

  • Offshore spills (critical)

  • Marine environment releases

  • Even if contained on-site

Common Louisiana Hazardous Wastes

Louisiana's petrochemical and energy industries generate extensive hazardous waste streams:

Petrochemical & Refining Waste

Oil Refining (Multiple major refineries)

  • Spent catalysts (large volumes)

  • Spent caustic

  • Sludges and tank bottoms

  • Process acids and bases

  • Contaminated wastewater

  • Filter clays and media

  • Heat exchanger cleaning waste

  • API separator sludge

  • Equipment maintenance waste

Chemical Manufacturing

  • Process chemicals and intermediates

  • Off-specification products

  • Reactor cleanout waste

  • Distillation bottoms

  • Tank cleaning residues

  • Contaminated equipment

  • Polymer processing waste

Plastics & Polymer Production

  • Process solvents

  • Catalyst waste

  • Off-specification materials

  • Equipment cleaning waste

  • Contaminated materials

Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Waste

Drilling Operations

  • Drilling fluids and muds

  • Production chemicals

  • Completion fluids

  • Workover fluids

  • Well treatment chemicals

  • Equipment maintenance waste

Production Facilities

  • Production chemicals

  • Scale and corrosion inhibitors

  • Biocides

  • Tank bottom sludge

  • Produced water treatment chemicals

  • Equipment maintenance waste

Offshore Operations

  • Drilling waste from offshore platforms

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Marine coatings and paints

  • Hydraulic fluids

  • Specialty chemicals

Port & Maritime Waste

Port Operations

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Fuel handling waste

  • Ship maintenance waste

  • Marine paints and coatings

  • Bilge water treatment chemicals

Shipbuilding & Repair

  • Paint and coating waste (marine paints)

  • Paint strippers and solvents

  • Sandblasting materials

  • Welding materials

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Fiberglass and composite materials

Agricultural & Food Processing Waste

Sugar Processing

  • Process chemicals

  • Cleaning chemicals

  • Boiler treatment chemicals

  • Equipment maintenance waste

Seafood Processing

  • Cleaning and sanitizing chemicals

  • Refrigeration chemicals

  • Wastewater treatment chemicals

  • Equipment maintenance waste

Other Food Processing

  • Cleaning and sanitizing chemicals

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Processing chemicals

Crop Production

  • Pesticides and herbicides

  • Fungicides

  • Equipment cleaning waste

  • Empty pesticide containers

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 & Research Laboratories

  • Teaching laboratory chemicals

  • Research chemicals (chemical engineering, energy, coastal science)

  • Expired or unknown chemicals

  • Heavy metal compounds

  • Organic solvents

  • Acids and bases

  • Petrochemical research materials

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

Construction & Development Waste

Building Materials

  • Paints and coatings

  • Paint thinners and solvents

  • Adhesives and sealants

  • Wood preservatives

  • Concrete chemicals

  • Asbestos (older building renovations)

  • Lead paint (renovation work)

  • Hurricane damage materials

Tourism & Hospitality Waste

Hotels & Restaurants

  • Cleaning and sanitizing chemicals

  • Pool and spa chemicals

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Pest control products

  • Laundry chemicals

  • Kitchen equipment waste

Energy Industry Waste

Nuclear Power Plants (Waterford 3, River Bend)

  • Radioactive waste (NRC regulated)

  • Ion exchange resins

  • Contaminated materials

  • Mixed waste

Power Plants

  • Boiler cleaning chemicals

  • Water treatment chemicals

  • Transformer oils

  • Equipment maintenance 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 Louisiana

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

  • Fluorescent lamps and bulbs

  • Mercury thermostats and switches

  • Mercury-containing devices

  • Electronic waste

  • Ballasts (including PCB-containing if old)

Our Louisiana Hazardous Waste Services

Comprehensive Waste Disposal

All Waste Types

  • Petrochemical and refining waste

  • Chemical manufacturing waste

  • Oil and gas exploration and production waste

  • Port and maritime waste

  • Agricultural and food processing waste

  • Healthcare and medical waste

  • Laboratory chemicals (all types)

  • University and research waste

  • Automotive service waste

  • Construction waste

  • Tourism and hospitality waste

  • Energy industry waste

  • All Louisiana-generated hazardous wastes

Specialized Services

  • Unknown chemical identification

  • Lab pack services

  • Bulk waste disposal

  • Emergency spill response

  • Tank cleaning and disposal

  • Equipment decontamination

  • Site remediation support

  • Hurricane preparedness and recovery

Industry-Specific Services

Petrochemical & Refining

  • Refinery waste disposal

  • Spent catalyst management

  • Tank bottom sludge removal

  • Chemical manufacturing waste

  • Process chemical disposal

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • High-volume operations support

  • Regular scheduled service

Oil & Gas Operations

  • Drilling waste disposal

  • Production facility waste

  • Offshore waste management

  • Well servicing waste

  • Equipment maintenance waste

  • Remote site service

  • Coastal and offshore coordination

Port & Maritime

  • Port facility waste

  • Shipyard waste disposal

  • Marine paint disposal

  • Ship maintenance waste

  • Bilge waste management

Chemical Manufacturing

  • Process chemical disposal

  • Off-spec product management

  • Reactor and tank cleaning waste

  • Equipment decontamination

  • High-volume operations

Healthcare & Medical

  • Pharmaceutical waste disposal

  • Chemotherapy drug disposal

  • Laboratory chemical waste

  • Regulated medical waste

  • Sharps disposal

University & Research

  • Academic laboratory waste

  • Research chemical disposal

  • Chemical engineering research waste

  • Teaching laboratory cleanup

Universal Waste Management

Louisiana-Wide Programs

  • Battery collection and recycling

  • Lamp and bulb recycling

  • Mercury device disposal

  • Electronic waste recycling

  • Ballast disposal

  • Simplified regulatory compliance

LDEQ Compliance Support

Regulatory Assistance

  • EPA ID number application help

  • Generator status determination

  • LDEQ reporting requirements

  • Waste characterization support

  • Manifest preparation

  • Training materials and resources

  • Recordkeeping guidance

  • Inspection preparation

  • Hurricane preparedness planning

Documentation

  • Louisiana hazardous waste manifests

  • Land disposal restriction notifications

  • Certificates of disposal

  • Exception reports

  • Biennial reports (LQG assistance)

  • Training records

  • Annual fee documentation

Hurricane & Weather Preparedness

Storm Planning

  • Pre-hurricane waste removal

  • Emergency preparedness planning

  • Post-storm cleanup

  • Flood-related contamination

  • Wind damage waste removal

Multi-Location & Enterprise Services

Louisiana-Wide Programs

  • Multiple location coordination

  • Petrochemical facility networks

  • Port operations

  • Hospital systems

  • Standardized procedures

  • Centralized billing

  • Volume pricing

  • Dedicated account management

Emergency Response

24/7 Louisiana Service

  • Rapid spill response

  • Marine/offshore spill response

  • Hurricane and storm cleanup

  • Unknown material incidents

  • Urgent waste removal

  • LDEQ notification assistance

  • Coast Guard coordination (if marine)

  • Cleanup and remediation

  • Documentation support

Louisiana Waste Disposal Costs

Louisiana disposal costs reflect the state's industrial base and coastal location. Some facilities may qualify for 270-day accumulation extensions. Typical cost ranges:

Common Waste Streams

Petrochemical & Refining Waste

  • Spent catalysts: $500-$2,000+ per drum

  • Process chemicals: $400-$1,200 per drum

  • Tank bottom sludge: $500-$2,500 per drum

  • Contaminated wastewater: $3-$10 per gallon

Oil & Gas Waste

  • Drilling fluids: $200-$800 per drum

  • Production chemicals: $400-$1,200 per drum

  • Equipment maintenance waste: $3-$8 per gallon

Chemical Manufacturing

  • Process chemicals: $5-$15 per gallon

  • Off-spec products: Variable based on material

  • Solvents: $5-$12 per gallon

  • Bulk drums (55-gallon): $400-$1,200 per drum

Maritime & Port Waste

  • Marine paints: $8-$20 per gallon

  • Equipment maintenance waste: $4-$10 per gallon

  • Bilge waste: $5-$15 per gallon

Laboratory Chemicals

  • Small lab pack (10-20 containers): $800-$2,000

  • Medium lab pack (30-50 containers): $2,000-$4,000

  • Large lab pack (50-100+ containers): $4,000-$8,000+

  • Individual chemicals: $40-$150 per container

Paint Waste

  • Latex paint: $3-$8 per gallon

  • Oil-based paint: $5-$12 per gallon

  • Industrial coatings: $6-$15 per gallon

Automotive Fluids

  • Used oil: Often FREE or $1-$3 per gallon (recycling credit)

  • Antifreeze: $3-$8 per gallon

  • Brake fluid: $5-$12 per gallon

Universal Waste

  • Fluorescent bulbs: $0.50-$2 per linear foot

  • Batteries: $1-$5 per pound

  • Ballasts: $1-$10 per unit

  • Electronics: $0.10-$1 per pound

Service Fees

Pickup Charges

  • New Orleans metro: $200-$500

  • Baton Rouge: $200-$500

  • Lake Charles: $200-$500

  • Lafayette: $200-$500

  • Shreveport/Bossier: $250-$600

  • Other areas: $250-$600

  • Coastal areas: $250-$700

  • Remote locations: Variable

  • Fuel surcharges may apply

Additional Services

  • Lab pack service: $75-$150 per hour

  • Waste profiling: $200-$600 per stream

  • Emergency response: $500-$2,500+

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

  • Hurricane cleanup: Project-based pricing

  • After-hours service: Premium rates

Contact us for accurate quotes specific to your Louisiana location and waste streams.

Louisiana Environmental Resources

State Agencies

Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ)

  • Office of Environmental Compliance, Hazardous Waste Division

  • Main Office: 602 North Fifth Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

  • Phone: (225) 219-3181

  • Emergency Spill Line: (225) 925-6595 or 1-877-925-6595 (24/7)

  • Website: deq.louisiana.gov

LDEQ Regional Offices

  • Baton Rouge Office (main)

  • Southeast Louisiana Office (Thibodaux)

  • Northeast Louisiana Office (Monroe)

  • Southwest Louisiana Office (Lake Charles)

  • Northwest Louisiana Office (Shreveport)

Federal Agencies

EPA Region 6 (South Central)

  • Dallas Office (main)

  • 1201 Elm Street, Suite 500

  • Dallas, TX 75270

  • Serves Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, 66 Tribal Nations

U.S. Coast Guard

  • District 8 (New Orleans)

  • Marine pollution response

  • Oil spill response

  • Offshore and coastal operations

Emergency Resources

Louisiana Emergency Response

  • LDEQ Emergency Line: (225) 925-6595 or 1-877-925-6595

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

  • U.S. Coast Guard: Various district contacts

  • Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness

  • Local emergency services

Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs)

  • Parish-level emergency planning

  • SARA Title III reporting

  • Hazmat response coordination

  • Hurricane planning

Why Louisiana Businesses Choose Us

Louisiana Industry Expertise

  • Petrochemical and refining operations

  • Oil and gas exploration and production

  • Chemical manufacturing

  • Port and maritime operations

  • All Louisiana industries

Statewide Coverage

  • New Orleans and Southeast Louisiana

  • Baton Rouge and Capital Region

  • Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana

  • Lafayette and Acadiana

  • Shreveport/Bossier and North Louisiana

  • Coastal communities

  • All 64 Louisiana parishes

LDEQ Regulatory Compliance

  • Complete Louisiana regulatory compliance

  • LDEQ reporting assistance

  • EPA ID number support

  • Proper manifesting and documentation

  • Training materials

  • Inspection preparation

  • Hurricane preparedness support

Petrochemical Industry Expertise

  • Understanding of refining operations

  • Chemical manufacturing knowledge

  • High-volume waste management

  • Specialized waste streams

  • Regular scheduled service

Hurricane & Weather Experience

  • Storm preparedness planning

  • Pre-hurricane waste removal

  • Post-storm cleanup expertise

  • Emergency response capabilities

  • Flood and wind damage experience

Competitive Pricing

  • Transparent pricing structure

  • No hidden fees

  • Volume discounts

  • Industry-specific pricing

  • Multi-location pricing

  • Cost-effective solutions

Reliable Service

  • Scheduled pickups statewide

  • On-call availability

  • Emergency response

  • Marine/offshore spill response

  • Hurricane response

  • Professional service

  • Responsive communication

  • Long-term partnerships

Complete Documentation

  • Louisiana hazardous waste manifests

  • Certificates of disposal

  • LDEQ-compliant records

  • Exception reports

  • Biennial reporting support

  • Training records

Louisiana Hazardous Waste Best Practices

Waste Minimization

Source Reduction

  • Process optimization

  • Material substitution

  • Inventory management

  • Employee training

  • Recycling and reuse programs

Industry-Specific Practices

  • Petrochemical: Process efficiency, catalyst regeneration, solvent recovery

  • Oil & Gas: Closed-loop drilling systems, fluid recycling

  • Chemical: Green chemistry, waste reduction at source

  • Maritime: Paint efficiency, proper maintenance

Proper Storage

Container Management

  • Proper containers for waste type

  • Secondary containment for liquids

  • Covered storage areas (weather protection)

  • Segregate incompatible wastes

  • Proper labeling with all required information

  • Regular inspections

Louisiana Climate Considerations

  • Protection from heat and humidity

  • Hurricane-resistant storage

  • Flood zone considerations

  • Storm water management

  • Corrosion prevention (humid climate)

  • Ventilation requirements

  • Pest control

Hurricane & Severe Weather Preparedness

Storm Planning (Critical in Louisiana)

  • Secure all hazardous waste containers before storms

  • Move containers to protected areas

  • Elevate containers in flood-prone areas

  • Document inventory before storms

  • Emergency contact information posted

  • Post-storm inspection procedures

  • Spill response equipment ready

  • Evacuation procedures

Regulatory Compliance

Generator Requirements

  • Obtain EPA ID number (if required)

  • Know your generator status

  • Meet accumulation time limits

  • Proper container labeling

  • Complete manifesting

  • Required personnel training

  • Maintain records

  • File required reports

  • Pay LDEQ annual fees

Emergency Preparedness

  • Spill response plans

  • Hurricane preparedness plans (critical)

  • Marine spill procedures (if coastal/offshore)

  • Emergency equipment and supplies

  • Employee training

  • Posted emergency contacts

  • LDEQ notification procedures

  • Coast Guard notification (if marine/offshore)

Environmental Protection

Louisiana Environmental Priorities

  • Coastal protection (critical - erosion issues)

  • Wetlands protection (extensive wetlands)

  • Mississippi River corridor protection

  • Gulf of Mexico protection

  • Groundwater and aquifer protection

  • Wildlife habitat protection (especially coastal)

  • Fisheries protection

Petrochemical Industry Best Practices

Process Optimization

  • Catalyst life extension

  • Solvent recovery systems

  • Waste heat recovery

  • Closed-loop systems

  • Preventive maintenance programs

Getting Started with Louisiana Hazardous Waste Disposal

Step 1: Contact Us

Reach out to discuss your Louisiana waste disposal needs:

  • Call (800) 582-4833

  • Email info@hazardouswastedisposal.com

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

Step 2: Louisiana Waste Assessment

We'll help you navigate Louisiana's requirements:

  • Identify your waste streams

  • Determine generator status

  • Assess LDEQ requirements

  • Consider hurricane preparedness

  • Evaluate coastal considerations

  • Estimate costs

  • 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

  • Hurricane preparedness planning

  • Set up documentation systems

  • Coordinate with your facility

  • Provide training materials

Step 4: Ongoing Service

We provide:

  • Scheduled or on-call pickups

  • Proper disposal at approved facilities

  • Complete manifesting

  • Certificates of disposal

  • LDEQ compliance support

  • Hurricane preparedness assistance

  • Training updates

  • Regular program review

  • Emergency response when needed

Contact Us for Louisiana Hazardous Waste Disposal

Hazardous Waste Disposal provides professional, compliant waste management services throughout Louisiana. We understand Louisiana's unique industries and challenges, from petrochemical operations to offshore activities to hurricane preparedness, and we're committed to helping your business maintain full LDEQ and EPA compliance.

Get Started Today:

  • Call: (800) 582-4833

  • Email: info@hazardouswastedisposal.com

  • Website: www.hazardouswastedisposal.com

Serving All of Louisiana:

  • New Orleans and Southeast Louisiana

  • Baton Rouge and Capital Region

  • Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana

  • Lafayette and Acadiana

  • Shreveport/Bossier and North Louisiana

  • Houma-Thibodaux and coastal areas

  • All 64 Louisiana parishes

  • Urban, suburban, and coastal communities

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

Louisiana businesses trust us for:

  • Complete LDEQ compliance

  • Statewide service coverage

  • Petrochemical industry expertise

  • Hurricane preparedness support

  • Coastal and offshore experience

  • Professional support

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