Improper handling or disposal of hazardous materials, such as pouring materials down drains or sinks or placing materials in trash dumpsters or regular trash waste baskets, presents serious health and environmental hazards. Failure to comply with the terms of this regulation may be considered an act of misconduct, and employees may be subject to disciplinary procedures, including termination. If there is doubt as to whether or not a material must be classified as a hazardous waste, the generator should contact the Radiation Safety and Hazardous Materials Office. Every container of hazardous material offered for disposal must have a Hazardous Material Label attached to it. Hazardous Material labels may be obtained from the Radiation Safety and Hazardous Materials Office.
Federal law prohibits the use of code numbers, code names, trade names and initials.
If hazardous waste consists of multiple elements or compounds, each constituent and the percentage by volume occupied must be identified. B. Total amount - Identify the total volume or weight in the container. C. Physical state - Identify the waste as a solid, liquid, gas, powder, etc. Each hazardous waste generator must complete a Hazardous Waste Disoosal Request form when the hazardous material is no longer needed and the generator wishes to dispose of the waste. These forms may be obtained from the Radiation Safety and Hazardous Materials office.