Hazardous Waste and Used Oil Topics

Mark Dennen, Supervising Environmental Scientist
235 Promenade Street, Providence, RI 02908-5767
(401) 537-4323

Obtain a Hazardous Waste Generator ID using the following steps:

1. Step 1: Register with the Central Data Exchange (CDX)

   • Go to cdx.epa.gov/cdx/login.
   • If you are a new user, register for an account. You can use the same login for other EPA programs.

2. Step 2: Register as an Industry User in RCRAInfo

   • Once registered with CDX, go to the RCRAInfo login page at rcrainfo.epa.gov/rcrainfoprod/action/secured/login.
   • Log in and select the option to register as an "Industry User" to gain access to your site-specific information.

3. Step 3: Request your EPA Identification Number

   • After logging into the RCRAInfo system, use the MyRCRAid tool to request a new EPA Identification Number.
   • You will need to provide information about your facility and the hazardous waste you generate.

4. Step 4: Complete the application

   • The registration process will involve several steps, including providing basic project and company information, environmental compliance details, and a declaration of all hazardous wastes generated.
   • You will need to upload supporting documents, and the system will guide you through the process.
   • You may need to pay fees for registration, depending on your waste generation amounts.

   Questions? Call (401) 222-1360 for assistance.

Hazardous Waste Generator Issues

• Obtain a Hazardous Waste Temporary ID by calling the RIDEM/Office of Compliance and Inspection at (401) 222-1360.
• Complaints regarding mismanagement or release of hazardous waste and other dangerous chemicals should be reported to the RIDEM/Office of Compliance and Inspection at (401) 222-1360.
• Hazardous Waste Generator Compliance Workbook
• Contaminated Rags Clarification Letter
• Transportation of Silver Fixer
• Pharmaceutical Waste Generated in Healthcare Settings

Biennial Reporting: The Department is now accepting 2025 Biennial Report data in RCRA Info. This application replaces both the Florida BRS software and the paper forms that have been used in the past. The report is due on March 1, 2026.

• View instruction on the biennial report
• Presentation on biennial reporting in RI

Please note: If you are a new user and have not previously entered Biennial Reports in the RCRA Info database, you must first register at cdx.epa.gov. Once registered with CDX, the user must then register as an industry user. In this system, Generators can request a new EPA Identification Number (MyRCRAid), update an existing EPA Identification Number, update or change contact info, submit Biennial Reports (LQGs only), and use the new electronic manifest (E-Manifest) tracking system. Instructions on how to register are provided in the file below:

Questions regarding any change to specific user permissions in RCRA Info or EPA IDs should be directed towards Jacklyn Olivieri. If you have any other questions regarding Biennial Reporting, please contact Nathan Arruda for more information.

• Hazardous Waste Transporter Generator Fee Report and Payment Portal
• Online Hazardous Waste Transporter Permit Renewal
• Other Transporter Information

Call Alyson Brunelli at 401-537-4310 for information about hazardous waste transportation.

Hazardous Waste Treatment and Storage Facilities Issues

Contact Yan Li at (401) 537-4347 for information on hazardous waste storage or treatment facilities.

Hazardous Waste Manifest Issues

In September 2005, EPA Regulations mandated the exclusive use of one uniform national hazardous waste manifest. Contact Mark Dennen at (401) 537-4311 for information about hazardous waste manifests. Learn more about E-Manifest State Requirements.