Purpose

The purpose of 310 CMR 73.00 is to protect public health, safety, welfare and the environment. 310 CMR 73.00 establishes wastewater treatment, operational standards, and amalgam recycling requirements to reduce the amount of mercury discharged from dental facilities, and require a performance-based compliance certification from the owners of dental practices in compliance with 310 CMR 70.00: Environmental Results Program Certification.