HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT IN WPI LABS THE WPI HAZARDOUS

Hazardous Waste Management In WPI Labs

The WPI Hazardous Waste Management Plan is located at:

http://www.wpi.edu/Admin/Safety/

Container Requirements Label Requirements

- Must be closed, unless waste is - Must have the words

being added. Screw caps, only. “Hazardous Waste”.

- Must be compatible with the waste. - Must have full chemical names.

- Must be in good condition. - Must the include the hazards of

- Only one container of the same the waste.

waste stream. - Must be clearly visible for

inspection.

General Requirements

- All containers must be kept in secondary containment.

- A weekly inspection must be done. Use the uniform inspection form.

- Keep spill containment material in the waste storage area.

- Emergency response information must be posted in the laboratory.

When a Container is Full or Ready for Pick-up:

- Enter the date on the hazardous waste label. Call x5216 or email

[email protected] to arrange to have your waste picked up. It will be

picked up within 3 days.

Need more information ?

Contact the Environmental & Occupational Safety Office at 831-5216.