Alabama - Apply for Hazardous Waste Transporter License

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Procedure

Apply In Person:

1. To Apply for Hazardous Waste Transporter License, the applicant has to approach the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Environment Protection Agency link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the authority officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Also, Hazardous waste transporters are required to complete a training program to ensure they can safely and legally transport hazardous materials.
7. This may include a hazardous waste transporter course offered by your state or a private training program.
8. Submit the application form and the documents to the authorized officer.
9. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
10. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
11. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided. Please save it for future reference.
12. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
13. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
14. The applicant will get the license from the office or through the mail.
15. This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Address proof – (Passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Fee receipt
• Commercial driving license
• Proof of insurance
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Environment Protection Agency
U.S. Department of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20590
United States
General Grant Inquiries: [email protected]
Phone : 202-564-4700
Fax: 202-366-3666
Contact link
Environment Protection Agency Field Office link

Eligibility

• Any person who holds a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), has a clean driving record and has insurance coverage for hazardous waste transportation is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority’s request.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name & address
• E-mail address
• Date of birth
• Citizenship
• Age
• Telephone
• Agency name
• Agency address
• Telephone
• Fax
• Email

Need for the Document

• A Hazardous Waste Transporter License is a permit that allows individuals or companies to legally transport hazardous waste materials in the United States.
• Hazardous waste is defined as any material that is flammable, toxic, corrosive, or otherwise hazardous to human health or the environment. This can include chemicals, pesticides, batteries, and electronic equipment, among other materials.

Information which might help

• For more information link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• It's important to note that failing to obtain a Hazardous Waste Transporter License or violating any applicable laws or regulations related to the transportation of hazardous waste can result in serious legal and financial consequences, including fines, imprisonment, and environmental cleanup costs.
• Therefore, hazardous waste transporters must obtain the necessary permits and licenses and remain compliant with all relevant laws and regulations.