Moderate regulation focused on waste transport. NYSDEC Part 364 permit is well-established for transporting regulated medical waste. No standalone trauma scene practitioner license.
NYC requires a Waste Transporter Permit from NYC DSNY; statewide Part 364 permit from NYSDEC required for regulated waste transport.
NYSDEC Part 364 Waste Transporter Permit required; vehicles must be enclosed and secured; transporters must maintain GL, auto liability, and workers' comp insurance; special VHF waste certification available.
No known contractor certification or cleanup standards.
New York has an OSHA-approved State Plan covering only state and local government employees; private sector workers fall under federal OSHA.
General liability, auto liability, and workers' comp required for Part 364 permit; NYC may require additional bonds.
Figures below are quoted from the issuing agency. Every one is linked to its source.
Annual Waste Transporter Regulatory Fee, billed by invoice (do NOT send payment with the application). Two tiers: SEPTAGE AND RAW SEWAGE ONLY - $250.00 first vehicle, $100.00 each additional vehicle. ALL OTHER WASTE TYPES (this is the tier that covers regulated medical waste) - $500.00 first vehicle, $200.00 each additional vehicle. Electronic payment adds a convenience fee: e-check $0.20/transaction, debit card 1.25%, credit card 2.25%.
Read from the pages below, last updated DEC 'Annual Waste Transporter Regulatory Fee' fact sheet carries no printed date (retrieved 2026-09-05); permit application form posted 2024-05; 6 NYCRR 364-4.6 current as published. Official state agency and state code pages only.
Verify before operating: Licensing requirements change frequently. Confirm all information directly with New York state agencies before starting or expanding operations. Permit costs on this page were read from the linked New York agency sources in September 2026. The surrounding guidance was last reviewed April 2026.
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