Program activities in the area of hazardous waste management includes: review of alternative products and methods to minimize the amount of hazardous waste generated; act as the key contact with the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources - Divisions of Waste Management and Water Quality; act as a resource for the NCDOT Division of Hazardous Materials Managers and other key NCDOT personnel; provide support to local governments, private interest groups, other state and local agencies and the general public; develop and implement pilot projects to meet remediation goals; develop statewide waste disposal contracts and select contractors; and comply with all air and water requirements and necessary permit conditions.

Comprehensive assessment includes: conduct engineering and technical studies on controlling pollution; develop department standards and operation procedures for compliance with all related rules and regulations; conduct Resources Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) audits at NCDOT facilities; and develop in-house RCRA training programs for waste management and pollution control.