This information is from the US EPA and OEPA, 4/2012
The best way to dispose of small amounts of excess pesticides is to use them - apply them - according to the directions on the label.
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Safe Disposal of Pesticides
Anonymous | June 1, 2016Mercury Information
Anonymous | June 1, 2016Chemical States: Elemental, inorganic, and organic (alkyl/methyl and aryl/phenyl)
Order of Toxicity (Low to High): Elemental< inorganic< organic (aryl/phenyl< alkyl/methyl) Target Organs/Tissue: Kidneys, central nervous system (CNS)/brain, and skinBioaccumulation:
Lead-Acid Batteries
Anonymous | June 1, 2016Ohio EPA guideline for lead-acid batteries.Lead Paint: Best Practices for Painting
Anonymous | June 1, 2016Personal Protective Equipment (As Needed)
Pollution Prevention Guide for Laboratories
Anonymous | June 1, 2016What is a hazardous waste?
The first step in any pollution prevention plan is to understand what is a hazardous waste. Once you know what constitutes a hazardous waste, then you are able to evaluate your processes to determine whether you are a generator of hazardous waste. At this point you can put into practice your strategies for reducing your waste generation.
Biohazardous Waste Packaging Procedure
Anonymous | June 1, 2016Steps to package biohazardous and infectious waste.Household Hazardous Waste
Anonymous | June 1, 2016It is estimated that almost one half of household waste can be recycled and not sent to a landfill. However, a small portion would be considered a hazardous material. Many common household products contain hazardous chemicals that can pose a threat to people and the environment, especially when improperly handled or disposed.
Infectious Waste Spill Containment and Clean-Up Procedure
Anonymous | June 1, 2016Infectious waste spills must be contained and cleaned up immediately.
I. A spill kit containing absorbent material, bleach or another USEPA registered tuberculocidal disinfectant,
biohazard bags, gloves, eye protection, and a biohazard sharps container must be accessible in the laboratory.Hazardous Chemical Alternatives
Anonymous | June 1, 2016The table below lists some possible alternatives to chemicals routinely used in the laboratory. The alternatives represent less toxic or non-hazardous materials that will help in reducing hazardous waste generation.
ORIGINAL MATERIAL
SUBSTITUTE
Greenhouse Gas Reporting Monitoring Plan
Anonymous | June 1, 2016The objective of the monitoring plan is to establish a series of QA activities that will provide a high level of confidence in the data reported.