What is the purpose of hazardous waste facility inspections?

• A. To evaluate market competitiveness and pricing.
• B. To determine local zoning compliance.
• C. To verify compliance with storage, labeling, containment, training, recordskeeping, and emergency response requirements.
• D. To assess employee performance reviews.

Answer: (C)

Inspections are about making sure hazardous waste is managed safely and in full regulatory compliance. They verify that the facility stores and handles waste properly, with correct labeling, appropriate containers and secondary containment to prevent leaks, and that records are kept accurately. Inspectors also check that staff have received required training and that there are well-maintained records, including waste manifests and accumulation dates, plus an up-to-date emergency response plan and available spill-control equipment. This focus on proper storage, labeling, containment, training, recordskeeping, and emergency readiness is what keeps people and the environment protected from hazardous waste. The other options relate to market factors, zoning, or general employee reviews, which are not the purpose of these inspections.