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Radioactive Waste Billing

The cost of radioactive material waste disposal has increased with the new fiscal year. Rates were last changed for fiscal year 2020.

Pricing is as follows:

FY 2023

A Bad Day in the Lab - Unlabled Waste Containers

Unlabeled organic solvent waste was poured into a larger 4-liter container of aqua regia (concentrated hydrochloric acid and concentrated nitric acid). The aqua regia waste container was recapped, the hood sash was closed and left alone. Within minutes, lab occupants heard a whistling sound, followed by a loud explosion.

Safety Brief - Lifting Safety

Lift Smart - Think, Then Start!

Lifting heavy items is one of the biggest causes of injury in the workplace.