r/ChemicalEngineering • u/Competitive-Fun8044 • 1d ago
Student Hazardous-waste disposal compliance workflows
Hi all — I’m a grad student working on a case study for my Environmental Studies course where I am exploring the challenges generators face in maintaining compliance during hazardous-waste disposal.
From prior research, a few sub-tasks seem especially painful:
- Waste classification / EPA code assignment
- Form filling based on classification (profiles/LDRs, manifests)
- Compliance tracking for storage timelines
- Arranging transportation for shipping the waste
Would automation in these areas reduce your workload? Where would it help, and where would it fail?
I’m open to counterpoints as well as happy to share findings with anyone interested.. DMs are open if you prefer to share your thoughts privately.
Thank you