Captive Disposal Sites — An Alternative to the Methods Available for Minimizing Generator Liability for Independent Off-Site Disposal

A generator of regulated hazardous industrial waste, seeking to minimize its potential liability for harm to the public or the environment from the disposal of such waste, should consider as one option the operation of its own "captive" disposal facility. In some situations, this alternative may be preferable to contracting with an independent, off-site disposal firm. This article discusses the economic, legal, and public relations considerations relating to the choice between a captive and an independent disposal facility.