Which agencies require shipments of hazardous waste to be accompanied by a manifest form?

• A. OSHA and DOT
• B. FDA and EPA
• C. CDC and EPA
• D. EPA and DOT

Answer: (D)

The key idea is that hazardous waste shipments must be tracked with a formal manifest that accompanies the waste from generation to disposal, ensuring accountability at every step. This requirement comes from two agencies working together: the EPA and the DOT. The EPA governs hazardous waste management under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, outlining how waste must be documented and tracked from the point of generation to the designated treatment or disposal facility. The DOT regulates the transportation of hazardous materials, including the use of proper shipping papers and the carry-along manifest that records who handles the waste, what it is, and how much is being moved. Together, they ensure the entire journey of hazardous waste is documented and verifiable.

Other agencies don’t set this combined manifest requirement because OSHA focuses on workplace safety, FDA on foods and drugs, and the CDC on disease control. While they play important roles in health and safety, they don’t establish the hazardous waste manifest protocol used for shipments.