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Scheduled waste

Definition

Scheduled waste is waste listed in Malaysian environmental regulations as hazardous, such as used oil, solvents and contaminated containers, which must be stored and disposed of under controls.

Short course with a Certifyd certificate of completion. Not a DOSH or NIOSH competency certification.

Who regulates scheduled waste in Malaysia?

Scheduled waste is regulated under the Environmental Quality Act 1974 and its scheduled waste regulations, enforced by the Department of Environment. Check the current list of waste codes and duties there.

What should a business that produces scheduled waste do?

  • Identify and label each waste type.
  • Store it safely in a designated area.
  • Send it only to licensed collectors and facilities.
  • Keep records of quantities and movements.

The Chemical Safety, GHS and Scheduled Waste Management short course gives a Certifyd certificate of completion, not a statutory competency. Chemical risks also belong in HIRARC.

Courses, checks and reading on the same work.

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Updated 20 October 2026. General information from the Certifyd team, not legal, tax or safety advice for your workplace.