EHS does not provide waste containers; this is the generator’s responsibility. Original containers can usually be reused for waste (e.g., 4-liter glass jar, 5-gallon metal solvent can). The contents ...

The total processing time required to decontaminate infectious waste depends on the specific loading factors (container type, water content, quantity, etc.) and in some cases a longer autoclave time ...

Watch for expiration dates on containers of peroxide-forming chemicals including ethers. Biohazardous waste is biological, infectious, and some non-infectious waste. Biological waste includes cultures ...

Re-seal the container. Seal biologically appearing non-infectious waste (no sharps) inside a non-leaking autoclave bag, and complete and sign a non-biohazardous waste tag as described below, checking ...

Containment of regulated medical waste for handling, storage, and treatment shall be accomplished with a primary container for protection from the elements and limiting exposure to employees and the ...

The decades-long struggle to find a permanent place to dispose of nuclear waste will continue, probably for many years to ...

Cowlitz County will offer a free hazardous waste pickup event in Castle Rock on April 26. Household hazardous waste will be ...