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Management of Used Oil for Mobile Oil Change Businesses in Utah
If you operate a mobile oil change business in Utah, you generate used oil, used oil filters, and other wastes. Utah law requires you to manage these wastes properly. This page explains the rules that may apply to your business based on the services you provide, the wastes you generate, and how much used oil…
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Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR)
Coal combustion residuals (CCR) come from burning coal to generate electricity, and are one of the largest types of industrial waste generated in the United States. Burning coal for electricity leaves burnt residuals. Coal combustion residuals are solid byproduct residuals from coal-fired power plants, such as fly ash, bottom ash, boiler slag, and flue gas…
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Radon-Radiation Curriculum
Radon-Radiation lesson plans compiled by Utah Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control. Still have questions? Contact us. Related Links Browse the lessons Feel free to browse every grade level for interesting lessons, as many can be used for different grades. For example, the Radon Poster Contest lesson is great for all grades! Share our…
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2024-2025 National Radon Poster Voting
Radon poster voting instructions and entries. Contest info Voting instructions Posters Navigation: Grade 5-6 | Grade 7 | Grade 8-9 | Grade 10-12 Grades 5-6 Grade 7 Grades 8-9 Grades 10-12
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Glossary of Recycling and Waste Facilities
This glossary contains terminology compiled and explained by the Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control to help you better understand Utah’s Recycling Program. Discover more about the recycling and solid waste facilities regulated by the division. Related Links Compost or Other Food Management Facility These facilities can take a variety of organic materials such as…
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White Mesa Uranium Mill 2022 Ground Water Permit Renewal
Below, find White Mesa Uranium Mill Ground Water Permit Renewal information and downloads. Energy Fuels Resources (USA) Inc. 2022 Ground Water Permit Renewal Questions Division of Waste Management & Radiation Control Phil Goble (pgoble@utah.gov), Permitting and Licensing Activities: (801) 536-4044 Division of Air Quality Jay Morris (jpmorris@utah.gov), Compliance Activities: (801) 536-4079
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Radiological Incidents and Allegations
Reporting Radiation Control Concerns – Incidents and Allegations Report an Incident Related Links Submit an Allegation The Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control (DWMRC) works to protect employees and the public from radiation hazards, and we have the responsibility to respond to incidents and allegations involving radiological materials. Anyone, including the public and workers…
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Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Waste Management
An oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) overview with a Q/A section at the bottom. What Has Changed? For many years, the Division of Oil, Gas, and Mining (DOGM) at the Utah Department of Natural Resources, provided regulatory oversight of wastes generated from the exploration and production (E&P) of crude oil and natural gas…
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January is National Radon Action Month
Elevated levels of radon found in 1 in 3 Utah homes testedRadon is known as the slow, “silent killer.” You can’t smell it, taste it, or see it, but it’s the number one cause of lung cancer death for non-smokers. Although Utah has the lowest rate of smoking in the nation, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in our state.
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Recycling in Utah
Learn how to recycle in Utah by exploring the map below. Related Links Tell us about your recycling habits! Take our 5-10 minute survey Stay up to date and sign up for our recycling email list. Questions? Contact the Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control at (801) 536-0200
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Proper Disposal of E-Cigarette Waste
Nicotine is an acute hazardous waste. Lithium ion batteries are a hazardous and universal waste that pose fire and safety hazards. Under Utah law, both nicotine and lithium ion batteries must be properly disposed of as hazardous waste. Related Links Forms & Resources Liquid nicotine cannot go down the drain, toilet or other sewer drains.…
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Hazardous Waste Cleanup Program
The Hazardous Waste Cleanup Program (HWCP) oversees the investigation and cleanup of contaminated soil, groundwater, air, and surface water at permitted sites and Environmental Cleanup Program sites. We also assist other programs with: We conduct investigations and remediation according to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Our cleanup process focuses on results and is…
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Federal Cell License Application: EnergySolutions
Update August 4, 2022 On August 4, 2022, EnergySolutions, Inc. submitted an updated application for a Radioactive Materials License for a new Federal Cell Facility. The application will be reviewed for completeness by comparing the documents with the subject headings in NUREG-1199, “Standard Format and Content of a License Application for a Low-Level Radioactive Waste…
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Solid Waste
Permit GuideUtah Department of Environmental Quality Solid Waste Permit Guide. Individuals and businesses may not dispose or incinerate solid waste except at facilities complying with Utah’s solid and hazardous waste rules. Non-hazardous solid waste generally consists of municipal trash and garbage; construction and demolition waste; waste from commercial establishments; and industrial waste. Solid waste disposal sites…
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Used Tire Permits
Permit GuideUtah Department of Environmental Quality Used Tire Permit Guide. Will you operate a waste tire storage facility? YES: Download the Instructions for Application for a Permit to Operate a Waste Tire Storage Facility. Do you wish to become a waste tire recycler? YES: Download the Waste Tire Recycler Registration Application (322 KB). Do you wish to become a…
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Used Oil Permits
Permit GuideUtah Department of Environmental Quality Used Oil Permit Guide. The goal is to eliminate, or reduce, the obstacles to proper collection and disposal of do-it-yourselfer (DIYer) used oil, (i.e., used oil generated through household activities, including maintenance of personal vehicles) through a broad and extensive public education program, and by making used oil collection centers…
