Liquids shall not be placed in solid waste containers. Additionally, solid waste shall be handled as follows. Glass pipettes and broken glassware - All glass pipettes and broken glassware must be placed in a cardboard box, lined with a clear plastic bag. The Radiation Safety Office can provide boxes and liners. Prior to pickup by the Radiation Safety Office, any solid waste contaminated with potentially infectious material must be sterilized.
Red bags are only to be used for materials which are to be incinerated.
All liquid waste must be stored in labeled containers which are compatible with the waste materials. Contact the Hazardous Materials Management Office for questions about compatibility. The Radiation Safety Office can provide 5 gallon plastic carboys for aqueous waste. Liquid wastes must not contain solids, such as pipette tips, gels, or filters. Liquid waste should be segregated into the following categories.