What organization provides guidelines specifically related to hazardous waste management?

The correct answer is the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA is the federal agency responsible for the regulation and management of hazardous waste in the United States. It develops and enforces regulations under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) which outlines the processes for the proper handling, treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste to protect human health and the environment. In addition to establishing guidelines, the EPA conducts research, provides training, and offers educational materials to help various industries comply with hazardous waste management laws.

While other organizations also deal with aspects of public health and safety, they do not focus specifically on hazardous waste management. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) deals more with workplace safety regulations and employee health standards, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) conducts research and makes recommendations to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses, and deaths, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) focuses on public health issues and disease control rather than hazardous waste specifically.