Glossary: Role
Lower Tier / Upper Tier Carrier
In-depth regulatory definition and operational context for Lower Tier / Upper Tier Carrier under 2026 mandates.
Classifications that distinguish between businesses carrying their own waste versus commercial waste haulers.
Technical Guidance & Context
A Lower Tier carrier transports only their own waste (e.g., a plumber taking old pipes to a transfer station), while an Upper Tier carrier is a commercial hauler transporting other people's waste for profit. Both require distinct EA registrations and digital tracking compliance.
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