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Code summary
Code 3812
Official title Collection of hazardous waste
Version PSIC 2019
Source layer PSA / BSP
Parent 381 - Waste collection
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PSIC 2019 Navigation-first hub Class 3812 - Collection of hazardous waste
PSIC Class 3812 covers Collection of hazardous waste. Current child subclasses include Collection of Hazardous Waste. This four-digit layer is useful when comparing neighboring activities before landing on the...
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Practical summary
Class 3812 sits in the PSIC 2019 hierarchy under E Water Supply; Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation Activities > 38 Waste Collection, Treatment and Disposal Activities; Materials Recovery > 381 Waste collection. This class usually fans out into more specific subclasses such as Collection of Hazardous Waste. It is the level people use when they already know the activity family but still need the exact five-digit match.
Administrative context
Where this code is used
This class is used when a business can already narrow the activity family and only needs to compare the final subclasses such as Collection of Hazardous Waste. It is the level most often checked before a five-digit decision is finalized.
Selection note
How to choose it
Use this class to choose between its final subclasses such as Collection of Hazardous Waste. If two options look close, compare the exact activity, the outputs and the way the business actually earns revenue.
Official note
Source-backed description
This class includes the collection of solid and non-solid hazardous waste, i.e., explosive, oxidizing, flammable, toxic, irritant, carcinogenic, corrosive, infectious and other substances and preparations harmful for human health and environment. It may also entail identification, treatment, packaging and labeling of waste for purposes of transport. This class includes: Collection of hazardous waste such as: used oil from shipment or garages; bio hazardous waste, used batteries Operation of waste transfer stations for hazardous waste This class excludes remediation and clean up of contaminated buildings, mine sites, soil, ground water, e.g. asbestos removal, see 3900.
FAQ
What does PSIC Class 3812 cover?
PSIC Class 3812 is the four-digit layer that sits just above the final subclasses and usually defines the activity family for Collection of hazardous waste.
How do I compare Class 3812 with the sibling classes?
Read the neighboring classes and compare the exact wording of the child subclasses. Nearby options include 3811 Collection of non-hazardous waste.
Why does Class 3812 matter for a filing decision?
It is usually the last broad checkpoint before the five-digit subclass choice, so it is the right place to catch near-miss classifications.