1. Mark all waste containers with the words “Hazardous Waste”.
2. Label all waste containers accurately indicating the constituents and percentage of each. The concentration of the constituents must add up to 100%. Standardized labels may be obtained from HMM at no charge. Call 392-8400. HW labels are not necessary on unused product as long as the original label is intact.
3. Limit the satellite area waste volume to no more than 55 gallons of waste or one quart of a “P” waste any one time. Submit a collection request well before you exceed these volumes. Refer to the Chemical Waste Management Guide Appendix B for assistance in identifying waste types.
4. Close all containers during accumulation except when necessary to add or remove wastes. Do not overfill containers. Leave adequate headspace for expansion.
5. Funnels must be removed from containers when not in immediate use. All waste must be collected in sealable containers.
6. Seal all containers tightly. No beakers or open containers shall be used for waste accumulation.
7. Insure waste is compatible with other wastes in the container, and with the type of container it is stored in. The exterior of the container must be free of chemical contamination; leaking containers will not be picked up. Segregate containers of incompatible waste to prevent reactions.
8. Biohazard waste and hazardous waste shall not be mixed. Deactivate the biohazard.
9. Keep containers near the process generating the waste.
10. Inform all students and employees of waste accumulation site requirements.
11. Designated accumulation point manager; Waste Manager
12. Know the location of your spill kit, emergency shower, fire extinguishers, and exits.
Emergency Response
Chemical Spill – minor 1. Stop the spill
2. Cover the spill.
3. Spread the word
4. Decontaminate
5. Dispose of cleanup debris as Hazardous Waste
Chemical Spill – major 1. Evacuate area, isolate area to prevent entry
2. Call Emergency Coordinator at 392-8400
Fire 1. Pull Fire Alarm
2. Evacuate
3. Call Emergency Coordinator at 392-8400
Fire, Explosion, or Spill threatening health outside of facility;
1. Contact Emergency Coordinator at 392-8400 immediately.
After hours emergency call UPD at 392-1111