Hazardous materials removal worker

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-012924",
  "term": "Hazardous materials removal worker",
  "field": "Environment",
  "term_source": "Hazardous Materials Removal Worker",
  "definition": "Identify, remove, package, transport, and dispose of asbestos, radioactive and nuclear waste, arsenic, lead, and mercury - or any materials that typically possess at least one of four characteristics - ignitability, corrosivity, reactivity, or toxicity. These workers often respond to emergencies where harmful substances are present, and are sometimes called abatement, remediation, or decontamination specialists.",
  "subject": "Biological substances",
  "references": [
    "DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/hazardous-materials-removal-worker/"
}