If required, research laboratories can use other types of biohazard waste containers at their own expenses, as long as they are designed for the disposal of such wastes. These containers will also be ...
Containers should be labeled “broken glass.” Broken glass is to be disposed of as ordinary trash (to go to sanitary landfill). Solid biohazardous waste generators who do not have an autoclave ...
Biohazardous waste produced on campus by university departments is collected by EH&S. All biohazardous wastes must be labeled as such and kept only in closed containers unless actively adding to the ...
It is important to follow the instructions exactly and that EH&S receives a copy. If you have any questions regarding medical (biohazardous) waste disposal, contact Laura Caltrider at 205-934-1515 or ...
Instructions for Disposal of a Full Bucket: Broken Glass Only: not for disposable pipettes, empty unbroken bottles, needles, biohazard waste, or regular trash. Securely Seal: if too full to seal, ...
Bags that do not have a completed, signed Non-Biohazardous Waste Certification tag attached will be considered “infectious” and will not be picked up for disposal. They will be left in a red ... must ...
Attach biohazard label, identify contents, generator, date and special hazard if any. Freeze or refrigerate not more than three days. Sharps Place needles and syringes intact in a leak-proof and ...
State laws regulate disposal of metal sharps to protect waste handlers from both physical and contamination hazards that they present. All metal sharps must be separated from other wastes and placed ...
Western Michigan University's Environmental Health and Safety will provide pick up and containers for hazardous waste disposal that is generated from university-related activities. Please call (269) ...
This will prevent aerosol generation by clipping needles. Close and secure opening of container with tape if necessary. Label with "Biohazard Tag." Treat according to manufacturer's instructions or ...
The following items (whether contaminated with hazardous waste or not ... of the two solid waste containers (4L or 20L) (refer to Chemical Wastes section). Only sharps that have been in contact with ...