SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS
Quick Summary
- •Currently out of compliance in at least one environmental program (CAA, CWA, or RCRA).
- •Assessed $0 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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215 WHITSETT RD
NASHVILLE, TN 37210
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- DAVIDSON County
- Industry
- Administrative and Support and Waste Management
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 562112
- Inspections
- 11 · last Nov 5, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $0 · last Sep 25, 2018
- Registry ID
- 110000619046
Compliance Status (Last 12 Quarters)
Number of calendar quarters, out of the last 12, in which this facility was in violation of its permit. Zero means no recorded violations in that program over the past three years.
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
TRI Toxic Chemical Releases
Annual pounds of each toxic chemical released to air, water, and land, as reported to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Carcinogen (♦) and PFAS designations are per EPA and IARC classifications.
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 0 | — |
| 2016 | 0 | — |
| 2017 | 0 | — |
| 2018 | 0 | — |
| 2019 | 0 | — |
| 2020 | 1 | — |
| 2021 | 1 | 0% |
| 2022 | 1 | 0% |
| 2023 | 1 | 0% |
| 2024 | 1 | 0% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 12 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 654 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 1 | 1 | — | — | 26,894 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 1,293 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 21 | |
| Ethylene glycol | 1 | 1 | — | — | 15,046 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 30 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 2,068 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 1 | 1 | — | — | 23,940 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 27 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 1,867 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 1 | 1 | — | — | 27,754 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 25 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 183 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 1 | 1 | — | — | 60,689 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 34 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 249 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 39 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 281 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 205 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 198 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 732 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 101 | |
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 619 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 280 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 2,034 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 1,546 | ♦ Carcinogen |
Waste Management & Recycling
How this facility manages toxic chemicals beyond direct releases — through recycling, energy recovery, and on-site or off-site treatment. Data from the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Chemical | Released | Recycled | Energy Recovery | Treated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 83 | — | 555 |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 3 | — | 9 |
| Ethylene glycol | — | 5,203 | — | 21,692 |
Off-Site Transfer Destinations
Facilities to which toxic chemicals were transferred for disposal, recycling, energy recovery, or treatment during the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Destination | Chemical | Disposal | Recycling | Energy Rec. | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CLEAN HARBORS CHATTANOOGA, LLC (CG)
CHATTANOOGA, TN
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | 9 |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC. (LRO)
LITTLE ROCK, AR
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 3 | — | — |
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VALICOR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (VLCRTN)
MEMPHIS, TN
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 0 | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS LONE MOUNTAIN LL (LG)
WAYNOKA, OK
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | 0 | — | — | — |
|
RIVERGREEN WATER RECYCLING, LL (RVRGRN)
LOUISVILLE, KY
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 0 | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS CHATTANOOGA, LLC (CG)
CHATTANOOGA, TN
|
Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | 21,692 |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC. (LRO)
LITTLE ROCK, AR
|
Ethylene glycol | — | 5,203 | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS CHATTANOOGA, LLC (CG)
CHATTANOOGA, TN
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | 555 |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC. (LRO)
LITTLE ROCK, AR
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 62 | — | — |
|
VALICOR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (VLCRTN)
MEMPHIS, TN
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 20 | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS LONE MOUNTAIN LL (LG)
WAYNOKA, OK
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | 15 | — | — | — |
|
RIVERGREEN WATER RECYCLING, LL (RVRGRN)
LOUISVILLE, KY
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 1 | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC. (LER)
LEXINGTON, SC
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 1 | — | — |
Compliance Violations
Individual permit violations recorded by the EPA across air, water, and hazardous waste programs. Open violations are unresolved as of the most recent ECHO data update.
| Program | Type | Violation Date | Return to Compliance | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 29, 2025 | Oct 31, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Violation of a permit condition or requirement | Jul 29, 2025 | Feb 26, 2026 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jul 29, 2025 | Jul 29, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Air Emission Standards for Equipment Leaks | Jul 29, 2025 | Oct 31, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Transporter and Transfer Facilities | Jul 29, 2025 | Jul 29, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Large Quantity Handlers | Jul 29, 2025 | Oct 31, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 29, 2025 | Oct 31, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Aug 1, 2024 | Nov 19, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 1, 2024 | Aug 1, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Aug 1, 2024 | Nov 22, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Preparedness. Prevention, and Emergency Procedures for LQGs | Aug 1, 2024 | Nov 22, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Violation of a permit condition or requirement | Jul 22, 2021 | Jul 22, 2021 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Air Emission Standards for Tanks, Surface Impoundments and Containers | Apr 19, 2017 | May 20, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Violation of a permit condition or requirement | Apr 18, 2017 | Jun 26, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Sep 10, 2015 | Sep 10, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Ground-Water Monitoring | Oct 12, 2005 | Jan 5, 2006 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Nov 30, 2000 | Feb 2, 2001 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 12, 1994 | Aug 29, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 12, 1994 | Aug 29, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Mar 11, 1991 | Apr 8, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Aug 28, 1990 | Dec 18, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 10, 1990 | Dec 18, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Closure and Post-Closure | Apr 10, 1990 | Dec 18, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Closure and Post-Closure | Mar 22, 1990 | Mar 22, 1990 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Mar 22, 1990 | Mar 22, 1990 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Mar 22, 1990 | Jun 22, 1990 | Resolved |
Enforcement Actions
Formal enforcement cases brought by the EPA or state agencies, including administrative orders and civil penalties assessed. Penalty amounts reflect what was formally assessed, not necessarily what was collected.