Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG) Collections

List of Communities Collecting HW from VSQGs

VSQG Initial Survey Form - PDF format Word format
VSQG Annual Survey Form - PDF format Word format

What is a Very Small Quantity Generator?

Generator status includes very small quantity generators (VSQG), small quantity generator (SQG) and large quantity generator (LQG). Status is determined by the amount of hazardous waste generated per calendar month, accumulation on-site and whether the hazardous waste is acute or not. Acute hazardous wastes pose significant threats to human, plant and animal life. Many pesticides fall into this category. The following conditions describe the limits of a VSQG:

  1. Monthly Generation
    • Less than 100 kg (220 pounds) of hazardous waste
    • 1 kg (2.2 pounds) or less of acute hazardous waste
    • 100 kg (220 pounds) or less of acute hazardous waste spill material
  2. Store or accumulate
    • 1000 kg (2205 pounds) or less of hazardous waste (approximately five 55-gallon drums)
    • 1 kg (2.2 pounds) or less of acute hazardous waste
    • 100 kg (220 pounds) or less of acute hazardous waste spill materials