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small quantity generator

A small quantity generator is an enterprise that produces 220–2,200 pounds per month of hazardous waste; such operations are required to keep more records than conditionally exempt generators.

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small quantity generator

A small quantity generator is an enterprise that produces 220–2,200 pounds per month of hazardous waste; such operations are required to keep more records than conditionally exempt generators.

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The largest category of hazardous waste generators, small quantity generators include automotive shops, dry cleaners, photographic developers, and a host of other small businesses.