How is a Small Quantity Generator (SQG) defined in terms of monthly hazardous waste generation?

How is a Small Quantity Generator (SQG) defined in terms of monthly hazardous waste generation?

• A. <100 kg per month
• B. >1000 kg per month
• C. >100 kg and no more than 1000 kg
• D. 1000-2000 kg per month

Answer: (C)

A Small Quantity Generator is defined by how much hazardous waste is produced in a calendar month: more than 100 kg and up to 1,000 kg. This places SQGs between Very Small Quantity Generators (up to 100 kg per month) and Large Quantity Generators (over 1,000 kg per month). Knowing this threshold helps determine which RCRA requirements apply for handling, accumulation, training, and manifests, since the rules scale with generator status.

A Small Quantity Generator is defined by how much hazardous waste is produced in a calendar month: more than 100 kg and up to 1,000 kg. This places SQGs between Very Small Quantity Generators (up to 100 kg per month) and Large Quantity Generators (over 1,000 kg per month). Knowing this threshold helps determine which RCRA requirements apply for handling, accumulation, training, and manifests, since the rules scale with generator status.