FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Enviro Logistics — the compliance intelligence platform for hazardous waste transportation.
155,000+Hazmat Carriers
1.1M+EPA Facilities
~1,400EPA Verified Transporters
$25,000+Fine Per Violation
🔍 About the Platform
What is Enviro Logistics and what problem does it solve? ▾
Enviro Logistics is a compliance intelligence and outreach automation platform that merges two federal datasets — FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) carrier data covering ~155,000 hazmat carriers, and EPA RCRAInfo handler data covering 1.1M+ facilities — into unified, searchable profiles.
The problem: verifying whether a carrier is EPA-registered takes 2–4 hours manually across two government websites. On our platform it takes 30 seconds. We surface EPA Hazardous Waste Transporter verification, safety scores, risk indicators, and contact information that aren't available in the raw government databases.
The problem: verifying whether a carrier is EPA-registered takes 2–4 hours manually across two government websites. On our platform it takes 30 seconds. We surface EPA Hazardous Waste Transporter verification, safety scores, risk indicators, and contact information that aren't available in the raw government databases.
Who is this platform built for? ▾
- Waste Brokers — Vet carriers fast, find EPA-compliant haulers in any state, and identify new carrier leads
- Hazmat Carriers — Claim and verify your own DOT profile, get EPA registered, and find shipper leads
- Shippers / Waste Generators — Factories, hospitals, and manufacturers that need to verify haulers before contracting to avoid $25K+ RCRA fines
- Environmental Service Companies — Use our B2B marketing platform to connect with carriers and generators in your target market
What makes this different from searching FMCSA and EPA databases directly? ▾
Government databases are siloed — FMCSA shows DOT safety data, EPA RCRAInfo shows hazardous waste registrations, but neither links to the other. Our platform:
- Merges both datasets with 95%+ match accuracy
- Adds enrichment data: contact info, geocoding, risk scoring
- Runs delta tracking — monitors for changes daily so you get alerts when a carrier's status changes
- Instantly shows EPA Hazardous Waste Transporter status, safety scores, and risk indicators with color-coded badges
- Includes outreach tools so you can act on the data immediately
How often is the data updated? ▾
FMCSA census data is refreshed weekly via automated pipelines. EPA RCRAInfo handler data is updated monthly. Real-time FMCSA enrichment (live BASICs scores, safety metrics, inspection records) is pulled on-demand for paid users. Our delta tracking engine monitors for record changes daily and logs every update with a timestamp.
⚠️ Compliance Badges & Risk Scores
What does the "NO EPA" badge mean? ▾
This carrier is not matched in the EPA RCRAInfo database as a registered hazardous waste transporter. For most FMCSA hazmat carriers this is completely normal — DOT hazmat authority (FMCSA) and EPA RCRA registration are entirely separate regulatory regimes. A carrier can legally transport DOT hazmat materials without any EPA obligation unless they specifically handle RCRA-regulated hazardous waste. Use this filter to find carriers who are not EPA-registered when evaluating your options — it is not a compliance deficiency on its own.
What do all the compliance badges mean? ▾
ℹ️ NO EPA MATCHNot matched in EPA RCRAInfo as a hazardous waste transporter. Neutral for most carriers — use as a filter when RCRA transporter status is required for your shipment.
🔴 FATALFatal crash in carrier history — highest liability risk (1,200+ carriers)
🟠 OOSHigh out-of-service rate — active vehicle or driver safety concern (26K+ carriers)
🟠 MCS150Biennial update overdue — potential operating authority issues (41.7K carriers)
🟠 CRASHRecent crash incidents on record — insurance and liability risk (16K+ carriers)
🟡 VMTVehicle miles traveled data outdated — data quality concern (116K carriers)
How accurate is the FMCSA–EPA carrier matching? ▾
Our matching algorithm uses phone number matching (0.95 confidence weight), name similarity via PostgreSQL trigram functions, state validation, and address proximity scoring. It achieves 95%+ accuracy for HIGH-quality matches (same state + name similarity ≥ 60%). Each match shows a quality indicator — HIGH / MEDIUM / LOW / REVIEW — so you know when to manually verify before a high-value transaction.
What compliance fines am I avoiding by verifying carriers? ▾
Under RCRA (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act), using an unregistered or non-compliant hazardous waste hauler exposes you to $25,000+ per violation per day. Additional exposures include liability for improper disposal, potential facility shutdown orders, and reputational damage. Our DOT lookup tool lets any shipper verify a carrier's status before signing a contract — in 30 seconds, for free.
📋 EPA Registration Service
What is EPA Form 8700-12 and why does my carrier need it? ▾
EPA Form 8700-12 (the Site Identification Form) is the registration form that grants a carrier their EPA Site ID (also called a Generator ID or Handler ID). Without it, a carrier cannot transport RCRA-regulated hazardous waste — regardless of their DOT hazmat authority. Note that DOT hazmat authority (FMCSA) and EPA RCRA registration are entirely separate regulatory regimes. Carriers who add EPA registration unlock access to $4–6/mile hazardous waste loads compared to $2–3/mile for standard freight.
What does the EPA registration service include and how much does it cost? ▾
| Tier | Price | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | $499 | Form 8700-12 completion and EPA submission |
| Premium | $999 | Form + follow-up tracking + expedited processing support |
| Enterprise | $1,999 | Full-service + annual compliance support + dedicated handler |
What's the difference between EPA generators, transporters, and TSDFs? ▾
EPA categorizes hazardous waste handlers by their primary activity:
- Generators (LQG / SQG / VSQG) — Companies that produce hazardous waste. Large Quantity Generators face the strictest rules.
- Transporters — Companies authorized to haul hazardous waste between facilities. This is where most FMCSA hazmat carriers fall.
- TSDFs — Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities that receive, process, and dispose of hazardous waste. Highest regulatory burden.
💳 Subscriptions & Pricing
What subscription plans are available? ▾
| Plan | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Free Trial | $0 / 7 days | Explore the platform — no credit card needed |
| Carrier Basic | $49/mo | Single carrier: claim DOT profile, view 10 shipper leads/mo |
| Carrier Pro | $99/mo | Carrier + 50 shipper views, delta alerts, market watch |
| Fleet Manager | $249/mo | Up to 10 DOT claims, unlimited shipper views, API access |
| Shipper Intel | $149/mo | Unlimited carrier verification, compliance maps |
| Broker Suite | $299/mo | 150 leads/mo, 50 competitor tracking slots, full API |
Is there a free trial? ▾
Yes — a 7-day free trial is available with no credit card required. It includes access to the carrier compliance dashboard, the DOT lookup tool, and a limited preview of the lead list. After 7 days you'll be prompted to choose a paid plan to maintain access. Start your free trial →
Can I export data to my CRM? ▾
Yes. All paid tiers include CSV export. You can export filtered carrier or EPA facility lists — including contact information, compliance status, and risk scores — and import directly into Salesforce, HubSpot, or any CRM that accepts CSV. Broker Suite and Fleet Manager tiers also include REST API access for automated data sync.
🔌 API & Data Access
Do you offer API access for system integration? ▾
Yes. The REST API is included with Fleet Manager, Broker Suite, and annual plans. It supports:
- Carrier search and profile lookup by DOT number
- EPA facility search by state, activity type, and generator category
- Compliance gap queries (no_epa, oos, mcs150_overdue, etc.)
- Delta tracking webhooks — get notified when a carrier's status changes
- Market intelligence summaries by state
What is delta tracking and why does it matter? ▾
Delta tracking monitors your target carriers or facilities for changes — new compliance flags, EPA registration status changes, operating authority updates, or new crash/inspection records. Instead of manually re-checking carriers every week, you get automated alerts when something changes. This is especially valuable for brokers managing large carrier networks and for shippers with long-term hauling contracts.
📧 Outreach & Lead Generation
How does the outreach automation work? ▾
Our platform identifies FMCSA hazmat carriers who transport RCRA-regulated waste but have not yet obtained EPA registration, and automates multi-channel outreach to them on your behalf. Campaigns run via email (SendGrid) and LinkedIn DM, personalized with each carrier's actual EPA manifest count and compliance status from the data. Campaigns are organized by vertical (carrier, shipper, broker) and can be filtered by state, risk flag type, or fleet size. Replies and bounces are automatically classified and routed.
What is the B2B marketing platform for environmental service companies? ▾
Environmental service companies — waste disposal firms, compliance consultants, testing labs — can use our platform to reach their exact target customers. We let you filter the 1.1M+ EPA facility database and 155,000+ carrier records by state, generator category, waste type, compliance status, and more, then run targeted outreach campaigns directly from the platform. Instead of cold list-buying, you reach verified, EPA-registered businesses that are already in your market.
Still have questions?
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