Examples are small bottles of unused or outdated chemicals from laboratories, darkrooms, or service areas. The steps necessary for compliance are summarized below. Signs - each area must be posted designating it as the Satellite Accumulation Area. See sign below. Please review the following requirements to ensure that you comply with environmental regulations and safe handling procedures.
Environmental regulations require training of people who generate or handle hazardous waste.
All hazardous waste containers must have a color coded tag at the time waste is first placed into the container. Affix a Penn Chemical Disposal Label to filled containers. The Penn Chemical Disposal Label must accurately identify the content of the container. EHRS supplies containers, color coded tags and labels. Call EHRS if you need supplies or additional instructions.