Collection of hazardous waste

NACE v2.0 Code: E38.12

About collection of hazardous waste

NACE code 38.12 covers the collection of hazardous waste, a critical industry that plays a vital role in safeguarding the environment and public health. This sector is responsible for the proper handling, transportation, and disposal of a wide range of potentially harmful materials, ensuring they are managed in a safe and compliant manner. As the global focus on sustainability and environmental protection continues to grow, the importance of the hazardous waste collection industry has become increasingly recognized within the broader economy.

Production process

The collection of hazardous waste typically involves a multi-step process. Waste generators, such as industrial facilities or healthcare providers, first segregate and package their hazardous materials according to established regulations. Specialized collection companies then transport the waste to licensed treatment, storage, and disposal facilities (TSDFs), where it undergoes further processing and disposal through methods like incineration, chemical treatment, or secure landfilling.

Production inputs

The hazardous waste collection industry relies on a range of inputs, including specialized vehicles and equipment for the safe transportation of waste, personal protective gear for workers, and various treatment and disposal technologies at TSDFs. Additionally, the industry requires a skilled workforce trained in the proper handling and management of hazardous materials, as well as robust regulatory frameworks and compliance mechanisms to ensure the safe and responsible handling of these materials.

Production outputs

The primary output of the hazardous waste collection industry is the safe and compliant disposal of hazardous materials, preventing their release into the environment and mitigating potential risks to public health and safety. The waste collected under NACE code 38.12 may be further processed or treated by other industries, such as 38.22 Waste treatment and disposal, 38.32 Recovery of sorted materials, or 46.77 Wholesale of waste and scrap, before being ultimately disposed of or recycled.

Revisions to 38.12

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 38.12. The most recent 1 version of this code (38.12) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 38.12 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (38.12).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
3812ISIC v4.0Collection of hazardous waste

Related CPC Codes

These CPC codes are related to this econ code: (38.12).

CPC code CPC Version CPC title
94211CPC v2.1Collection services of hazardous medical and other biohazardous waste
94212CPC v2.1Collection services of industrial hazardous waste (except medical and other biohazardous waste)
94219CPC v2.1Collection services of other hazardous waste
94311CPC v2.1Hazardous waste preparation, consolidation and storage services

Family tree for collection of hazardous waste

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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/E/38/1'>38.1: Waste collection</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/E/38/12'>38.12: Collection of hazardous waste</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/E/38/11'>38.11: Collection of non-hazardous waste</a>"]

    

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