When equipment or clothing is sent for cleaning from a hazardous waste site, what must be communicated to the off-site facility?

The correct answer is related to the importance of communicating hazards when equipment or clothing is sent for cleaning from a hazardous waste site. Anyone processing these items must be fully informed about the potential risks associated with the materials they are handling. This includes any chemical or biological hazards that may be present on the equipment or clothing.

Understanding the hazards allows the off-site facility to take appropriate safety measures, implement the right cleaning protocols, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary. It ensures that workers are not exposed to harmful substances and that the cleaning process is effective and compliant with safety regulations.

Providing specifications or sizes may be useful for logistical reasons but does not address the primary concern of worker safety and proper handling of hazardous materials. Thus, while those factors might be relevant, they are secondary to the need to communicate the specific hazards associated with the items being cleaned.