Equipment Decontamination

Laboratory equipment must be decontaminated when it is:

• part of a laboratory decommissioning process,
• being removed from service and/or stored – whether temporarily or permanently,
• leaving the University of Florida,
• moving to another laboratory or building on any UF campus, or
• being released to UF Surplus Property or otherwise disposed of in a proper manner.

Equipment Decommissioning Procedure

• Decontaminate the lab equipment in a manner appropriate for the hazards or potential hazards. For radiation contamination, contact Radiation Safety  for procedures and next steps. Never remove a radiation hazard sticker without authorization from the radiation safety office.
• Complete the UF Equipment Decontamination Form. The Principal Investigator or supervisor will automatically be notified for approval.
• Once approved by EH&S, your Department’s property custodian will automatically receive a copy.
• Maintain a copy of the signed form in your records.