“Hazardous material” can be defined as any material that, because of its quantity, concentration, or physical or chemical characteristics, may pose a real hazard to human health and/or the environment.


Hazardous materials include the following categories...

• Flammable/ Combustible Material
• Toxic Material
• Corrosive Material
• Oxidizers

Special regualtions usually cover specific materials considered hazardous including mercury, asbestos, propellants, bulk fuels, ammunition, medical waste and chemical, biological, and radiological materials.