Discarding chemical waste via sinks, in mpw boxes, or trash bins and dumpster discarding radioactive materials, oxidizers, heavy metals, phenols, acids, and bases in. The complete u and p lists are included in appendix a and b of this manual. Existing methods of sanitation have served effectively to protect the publics health from any disease associated with biological waste. The management of health care wastes generated in normal. Decontamination of laboratory microbiological waste by. Chemical waste is a waste that is made from harmful chemicals mostly produced by large factories. Guidelines for the safe handling and disposal of chemicals. Proper waste disposal protocol methods and protocols. Additionally a lack of training places university personnel, facilities and the environment at risk. Laboratory environmental sample disposal information. Readers are urged to obtain more detailed information relevant to their particular circumstances. Sincethefactorsaffecting sterilization efficiency type ofcontainer, presence ofwater, volume ofwaste, and type ofbag ofmicrobiological wastehavenotbeenthoroughly studied, this investigation was initiated to ascertain the conditions and processing times that must be employed to achieve. For example, waste which has the potential for reuse or recycling, such as nonhalogenated organic waste is less expensive to dispose of than waste which is destroyed in a chemical incinerator, such as halogenated organic waste. Such waste, if untreated, has varying degrees of potential to cause disease.
Items that can puncture, cut or scratch if disposed of in normal trash containers. Hazardous laboratory chemicals disposal guide research groups. Safe disposal of infectious laboratory waste biosafety in. Waste disposal of laboratory wastes guidance current. Please see the biosafety manual for further information. Substitute nonhazardous or less toxic materials whenever possible.
Additionally, certain used or spent solvents can be regulated as a hazardous waste if. This section of ufs chemical and radioactive waste disposal website is designed to provide lab workers with the rules and suggested management methods for these particular waste items. Do not consume food or drinks using glassware or utensils that are used for laboratory procedures. Regulation of laboratory waste american chemical society. Purchase only the amount of chemical that is needed. Waste disposal methods types of waste disposal solutions. Biohazardous waste disposal guidelines this document describes the proper waste management procedures for research laboratories working with sharps, solid, liquid, animal, and pathological waste contaminated or in contact with. Ensure the shelving supporting hazardous wastes is in good condition and sturdy enough to support the load. All hazardous waste shipments require generators to sign manifests identifying the hazards associated with the waste i.
Treatment of all laboratory biological waste prior to disposal is good laboratory practice, and is highly recommended, but biohazardous waste must be treated prior to disposal. Laboratory waste management plan western carolina university. Chemical waste disposal manual university of connecticut. Disposal of radioactive waste introduction a multi barrier approach is followed in the disposal of radioactive solid wastes. Mar 30, 20 i just want to mention some disposal methods of some reagents that most of you used everyday. Excess chemicals often become waste and any purchase savings are outweighed by disposal costs. As an ideal addition to your laboratory waste management structure, sterilwave allows for a costeffective and independent approach to dealing. Forbidden waste disposal methods discarding chemical waste via sinks, in mpw boxes, or trash bins and dumpster discarding radioactive materials, oxidizers, heavy metals, phenols, acids, and bases in. Choosing an appropriate waste container when choosing a waste container make sure that the container is compatible with the type of waste that will be stored in it. As an ideal addition to your laboratory waste management structure, sterilwave allows for a costeffective and independent approach to dealing with biohazardous waste matter produced onsite. Appendix 1 waste disposal flow diagram a copy of this diagram can be downloaded as a microsoft word 97 document waste disposal flow diagram rtf, 71 kb disposal procedures it is the clear responsibility of all research workers to ensure the safe and correct disposal of all wastes produced in the course of their work. Dec 29, 2015 methods for disposal of laboratory waste slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising.
Never place corrosives or aqueous materials in a metal. Laboratory hazardous waste management and disposal manual. Chemical waste disposal manual dalhousie university environmental health and safety office 6 disposal methods. Composting preserves more nutrients than incineration and is the preferred method for organic waste disposal. Methods for disposal of laboratory waste slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. This note does not pretend to be a full or definitive guide nor does it address issues such as microbiological or medical wastes. Waste disposal, the collection, processing, and recycling or deposition of the waste materials of human society. Types of laboratory waste a wide range of wastes arise in. Chemical disposal down drain options corrosive waste with a ph between 2. The management of health care wastes generated in normal conditions i. Supervisors are responsible for ensuring that all information submitted to the ehs office is accurate and correct. Methods for managing specific laboratory wastes many types of laboratory waste require very specific management techniques in order to properly accumulate and dispose of the waste. Empty glass containers and bottles, aluminum cans, most plastic containers and bottles, and.
The difference between a hazardous waste and a nonhazardous chemical waste can be very small. The main drawback is the amount of time it takes for the. The overall safety against migration of radionuclide is. The hazardous waste rcra regulations are very stringent due to past chemical waste disposal abuses.
Laboratory hazardous waste disposal guideline page 2 of 20 draft version. Guidlines for disposal of multihazardous laboratory wastes. No, unless it has been adjusted and stabilized you have 2. Laboratory hazardous waste disposal guideline ohs321. Laboratory waste may disposed of in recycling, trash, laboratory glassware disposal boxes, sharps containers, or regulated medical waste boxes. A cceptable treatment methods include thermal or chemical disinfection, encapsulation solidification, or incineration. The overall safety against migration of radionuclide is achieved by proper selection of waste form, suitable engineered barriers, backfill materials and the characteristics of the geo. Waste is classified by source and composition, and its components may be either hazardous. Introduction the purpose of this document is to provide information, requirements, guidelines and procedures for the handling and disposal of hazardous and nonhazardous biological waste. Decontamination of laboratory microbiological waste by steam. Evaporating volatile chemicals in laboratory spaces or chemical. Laboratory safety, waste disposal, and chemical analyses methods. It includes chemical waste solids, liquids and gases, infectious and biological hazardous waste, general laboratory.
If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. These guidelines have been framed to standardize the disposal of various categories of waste generated by bts centres. Yes no there is no defined procedure for these types of waste. The laboratory worker and other individuals the success of the hazardous chemical waste management program at the university is very dependent of the conscientious efforts of the individual laboratory worker and staff employee. Chemical waste disposal manual 4 page 04152019 policies, programs and procedures d. Other laboratory waste, such as sharps and glass, must be disposed with care in appropriate containers. Industrial chemicals safety manual for handling and disposal with toxicity. Composting is a natural process where organic wastes break down into nutrientrich compost perfect for your garden plants. Forbidden waste disposal methods discarding chemical waste via sinks, in mpw boxes, or trash bins and dumpster discarding radioactive materials, oxidizers, heavy metals, phenols, acids, and bases in flammable solvent safety cans treating chemical waste in the laboratory. Laboratory waste disposal hazardous glass items that could cut or puncture skin or trashcan liners. Other laboratory waste, such as sharps and glass, must be. Laboratory waste management manual reduce, identify, store, and dispose of hazardous waste in oregon this guidance was written in cooperation with and for oregon s environmental laboratory community deq is a leader in restoring, maintaining and enhancing the quality of oregon. From october 2009 to november 2009 109 of 148 clinical. I just want to mention some disposal methods of some reagents that most of you used everyday.
Radioactive waste manage radioactive wastes in accordance with the radiation safety manual. Institute methods to recycle wastes and to reduce waste volume and toxicity. This document addresses laboratory disposal of samples and associated analytical waste unique to remediation activities following a homeland security incident when sam methods would be applied, and assumes specific environmental sample types i. Laboratory waste management manual reduce, identify, store, and dispose of hazardous waste in oregon this guidance was written in cooperation with and for oregon s environmental laboratory community deq is a leader in restoring, maintaining and enhancing the quality of oregon s air, land and water. Chemical waste disposal manual dalhousie university. The difference between a hazardous waste and a nonhazardous chemical waste can be very small due to a physical characteristic of the waste, concentration of a constituent, the particular chemicals in the waste, or the process that generated. This document addresses laboratory disposal of samples and associated analytical waste unique to remediation activities following a. This makes it critical for lab managers to have a laboratory waste disposal plan in place for dealing with the various waste streams generated by their facility, and to train his or her staff on how to handle medical waste properly. This chapter presents methods for the management and ultimate disposal of laboratory waste that may present chemical hazards, as well as those multihazardous wastes that contain some combination of chemical, radioactive, and biological hazards. Supervisors are responsible for ensuring that all information submitted to the ehs.
Choosing an appropriate waste container when choosing a waste container make sure that the container is compatible with the type of waste that will. Pdf clinical laboratory waste management in shiraz, iran. The generated waste must be labeled, segregated according to chemical compatibility, and stored in a fume hood or other well ventilated area. Laboratory safety, waste disposal, and chemical analyses. Make sure the materials placed in the municipal waste are suitable for this type of disposal, especially. Sincethefactorsaffecting sterilization efficiency type ofcontainer, presence ofwater, volume ofwaste, and type ofbag ofmicrobiological. The container should have a screwtype cap, be clean and in sound condition. This section of ufs chemical and radioactive waste disposal. Verify any hazardous waste treated or disposed onsite e.
Many types of laboratory waste require very specific management techniques in order to properly accumulate and dispose of the waste. Management of waste prudent practices in the laboratory. Human activities produce biological waste in the form of human excreta or other discarded materials, much of which may contain infectious microorganisms. The epa already establishes and restricts waste disposal methods associated with each epa hazardous waste code. The best strategy for managing laboratory waste aims to maximize safety and minimize environmental impact, and considers these objectives from the time. Guidelines for safe disposal of unwanted pharmaceuticals in. Discarding chemical waste via sinks, in mpw boxes, or trash bins and dumpster discarding radioactive materials, oxidizers, heavy metals, phenols, acids, and bases in flammable solvent safety cans treating chemical waste in the laboratory. Guidelines for safe disposal of unwanted pharmaceuticals. Note down your waste disposal no methods at the same time as your risk assessment details. Each waste must be addressed on an individual basis. Now that we have discussed the principles of proper waste disposal, lets look at an actual procedure.
Appendix 1 waste disposal flow diagram a copy of this diagram can be downloaded as a microsoft word 97 document waste disposal flow diagram rtf, 71 kb disposal procedures it is the clear. For a full description of waste handling and disposal procedures, see the university chemical hygiene plan on the risk management website. Although the final disposal method for cytotoxic waste is the same as chemically contaminated waste, it must be treated more securely prior to incineration due its mutagenic potential. This waste stream must be boxed to protect custodial staff. This waste management procedure applies only to laboratories, as. Make sure your staff has a sharps disposal container close at hand where used sharps can be deposited.
Microbes decompose the organic materials as they sit in a compost pile or bin for months. Management and disposal of biological waste tamiu rev 499. Developed by bertin technologies, sterilwave is a revolutionary waste disposal system designed to neutralise medical waste, providing safe and fast. Safe disposal of infectious laboratory waste biosafety. It goes directly to the landfill without any treatment. For example, waste which has the potential for reuse or recycling, such as nonhalogenated organic waste is less expensive to dispose of than.
Chemical waste may fall under regulations such as coshh in the united kingdom, or the. Food and drinks shall not be carried into the work areas in the lab. Store food and drinks in refrigerators that are designated for that use only. Do not dispose of chemical waste, including stock containers with unused product, in the municipal waste. Chemical guide to laboratory and animal waste disposal st. Laboratory waste disposal procedures university of idaho.
There is also a tremendous environmental advantage to. This section of ufs chemical and radioactive waste disposal website is designed to provide lab workers with the rules and suggested management methods for these. Environmental management guide for small laboratories. Laboratory personnel that are inadequately trained in the proper management of chemical waste this is a direct violation of federal and state chemical waste regulations. Laboratory waste office of environmental health and safety. This type of waste may only be removed by environmental. Biohazardous waste disposal guidelines this document describes the proper waste management procedures for research laboratories working with sharps, solid, liquid, animal, and pathological waste.
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