2026 Fall Safety & Standards Meeting

Join waste and recycling industry leaders at the NWRA's 2026 Fall Safety & Standards Meeting in St. Louis, MO, where members of NWRA's ANSI-Accredited Standards Committee, Safety Committee, and related subcommittees will come together to address key safety priorities, advance industry standards, and share operational best practices. The meeting will also feature NWRA's joint session with the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA), providing a valuable opportunity to collaborate on safety initiatives and advocacy efforts that support the future of the industry.

Whether you're involved in safety, operations, equipment, facilities, or standards development, this meeting offers a unique forum to engage with peers, contribute to industry-wide initiatives, and help shape the standards and policies that impact the waste and recycling sector. Attendees can also take advantage of networking opportunities and RCon activities throughout the week.

Agenda at a Glance

• Monday, September 28: Landfill Committee Meeting, Welcome Reception 
• Tuesday, September 29: Mobile Equipment Committee, Compactors & Balers Committee, NWRA Safety Committee, NWRA/SWANA Joint Safety Meeting, RCon Opening Session
• Wednesday, September 30: Containers Committee, Facilities Committee, Full Standards Committee Meeting, RCon Sessions

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Registration for RCon is not required to attend the Safety Committee Meeting

Please note: Attendance at the full RCon Conference requires separate registration. For more information, please click here