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Hazardous Waste Disposal

Hazardous Waste Disposal. September 20, 2011. University Chemical Hygiene Plan 2010 p. 55-56. Bulk Chemical Waste. Containers should not be stacked, instead call for pick-up Separate halogenated from non-h alogenated liquids.

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Hazardous Waste Disposal

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  1. Hazardous Waste Disposal September 20, 2011 University Chemical Hygiene Plan 2010 p. 55-56

  2. Bulk Chemical Waste • Containers should not be stacked, instead call for pick-up • Separate halogenated from non-halogenated liquids • Containers must be closed at all times during storage, except when waste is being added or removed • Syringes should go into trash can after previous removal of hazardous chemicals

  3. Sharps Disposal • Sharps: any material that has the potential to penetrate a trash bag and cut or puncture housekeeping personnel • Examples: broken glass, needles, scalpels, etc. • All sharps should be disposed by placing these items in a sharps container

  4. Broken Glass • Broken glass should be disposed of in a broken glass container • When you are ready for disposal, tape the lid closed and leave it outside the door of the lab • Do not overload the box or place any liquid in the box

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