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24 Waste and Recycling Containers Use the same container or type of container in which the chemical was purchased. If mixing chemicals, ensure the container is compatible with the mixture. The container must seal tightly. If unsure, apply a virtual “Tip Test.” If the container were to tip over, would the contents leak? Aluminium foil, parafilm, and duct tape are not adequate lids. The container must be closed unless you are adding waste. Ensure the container is in good condition; dented or rusty cans might not be secure. Containers with cracks or damaged lids cannot be transported. Remember, EH&S moves this material from the accumulation area across campus to our facility. We want to ensure that this transportation process won’t result in a chemical spill. Labeling All chemical containers must be clearly labeled with the contents. This is required by both Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). EH&S provides a free orange tag for users to help with chemical labeling compliance. The tags are available at Chemistry Stores or by contacting EH&S. Use the orange tags for waste chemicals or poorly labeled items. You must also tag unwanted chemicals, even if the original label is legible and if the unwanted chemical is waste of the original chemical. EH&S must know what chemicals it is collecting so that we can manage it properly. Emergency personnel also need to be able to identify a chemical, so NO abbreviations, shorthand, or formulas are allowed. Write out the FULL chemical name if you know it. Identification of unknown chemicals is expensive. EH&S passes this cost on to the generator. Disposal Unwanted chemical disposal is only a mouse click away. Submit a Waste Removal request. If you are experiencing difficulties, call (515) 294-5359. Regular removal schedule: Monday- Vet Med, VMRI, Research Park, and Outlying Research Facilities Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday - Central Campus Wednesday - No pickups except by special request Training Generators of unwanted materials must be trained on the components of this section. Complete Laboratory Safety: Core Iowa State University received a Notice of Violation (NOV) from the EPA for this open bottle of waste. Do not let this happen in your lab.