Abandonment of a controlled substance is a violation of the DEA permit under which it was held. EHS is notified if controlled substances for which the licensee is unknown are found. Tissue held in a liquid preservative is separated from the liquid. Other human tissue specimens are placed in an appropriate biohazard waste container for autoclaving or incineration. Recognizable animal parts or carcasses should be returned to LARC for proper disposal.
Animal tissue is disposed in a biohazard waste bag and autoclaved or incinerated.
Liquid preservatives may require disposal as hazardous wastes. Do not assume that the preservative can be disposed of in the sewer. Contact EHS for guidance on disposal options. The Biosafety Officer is notified of the transfer of NIH Risk Group 2 agents or higher. The Biosafety Officer is notified of the intent to transfer Risk Group 2 agents or higher from the university.