Biohazard Waste Management
POLICY CHANGE:
In addition to the requirements that biohazard waste containers must be durable, leak-proof, have a lid, and be clearly labeled, beginning June 1, 2008, all UNC laboratories will be required to collect biohazard waste in outer containers that are red in color. This policy also puts a maximum limit on the size of a biohazard waste container at 15-gallons (57-L). Laboratory inspectors will not cite a variance with this policy until it has been in effect for one year.A review of biohazard waste containers available through Fishersci is available here. However, EHS has located economical alternatives to help ease the cost associated with replacing waste containers to meet the new standard (available here).
- Biohazard Waste Disposal Chart for UNC-CH research laboratories
- UNC's Biohazard Waste Policy
- Chemical Treatment of Liquid Microbiological Waste
- Red Biowaste Containers
- EHS review of Fishersci biohazard waste containers
- Autoclave Use
- NC Medical Waste Management Rules
- For Disposal of Biohazard Waste Mixed with Chemicals or Radioactive Materials, contact EHS
- Burn-Up Bin Poster