Delaware Septic Hauling Compliance Guide

Delaware packs a lot into its small geography when it comes to septage hauling compliance. The DNREC Division of Water oversees the program under 7 DE Admin. Code 7101, and the licensing structure has two distinct layers. Individual operators must hold a Class F license, which requires passing an exam and completing 10 hours of continuing education per year, plus posting a $5,000 performance bond. On top of that, each business needs a separate Non-Hazardous Liquid Waste Transporters Permit covering its vehicles.

Insurance requirements are specific and substantial: $500,000 in general liability and $1,000,000 in business auto liability. These are not optional add-ons. Class F licensees must also submit quarterly reports documenting location, address, and gallons removed.

Delaware does not explicitly require per-trip manifests at the state level, though they are strongly recommended as a best practice. The state does mandate that septage and grease trap waste must not be co-mingled unless the receiving disposal facility provides written approval. Grease trap work falls under the same Class F license, but haulers must maintain a written grease trap maintenance contract with property owners and submit it to DNREC within 15 days.