Are beakers and flasks which contain residual materials, cleaned out or labeled properly with chemical names?
These will also be considered waste-like by the EPA if not cleaned out or labeled and sealed properly. • Did you check that your shelving and storage areas are not crowded, unsafe or corroded? • Are all substances in your laboratory labeled properly with full chemical names? • Do you separate hazardous wastes from non-hazardous wastes? Never place these in the same container. Volumes of hazardous waste will increase subjecting us to increased regulatory requirements and costs. To determine if the chemical is a regulated hazardous waste, contact the EHRS Department or consult EPA regulation 40 CFR 261. You may also visit the EHRS Department’s web site for the EPA hazardous waste list by clicking on the link below. See EPA’s Hazardous Waste List. • Is everyone in your laboratory or area of responsibility thoroughly aware of emergency procedures and proper waste handling procedures relevant to their responsibilities? Examples of emergency procedures include spills or leaks, injuries or il
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