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Hazardous wastes and chemicals, radioactive materials, medical waste, and contaminated equipment must be managed appropriately to prevent exposures or injuries to LBNL staff, the general public, and the environment. All visitors, employees, and contractors who generate hazardous waste at LBNL must comply with federal and state regulations and with Laboratory requirements for waste training, storage, characterization, labeling, and disposal. Waste Generator Training To ensure compliance with LBNL waste management policies,
Call EH&S at ext. 2228 to obtain schedules for these important courses. Transporting Hazardous Materials Transporting hazardous materials, either on
or off site, must be done in accordance with
LBNL policy and procedures. Contact the Transportation
Office at ext. 5404 to arrange for the pickup,
transportation, and delivery Drain Disposal and Trash Receptacles Never pour hazardous liquids down the drain or put hazardous materials in the trash. If you are unsure whether your waste is hazardous, please consult PUB-3092, Guidelines for Generators to Meet HWHF Acceptance Requirements for Hazardous, Radioactive, and Mixed Wastes at Berkeley Lab, available on the Web at http://www.lbl.gov/ehs/waste/pub3092, or call your Generator Assistance Specialist. Storm Drains The storm drain system drains directly to Strawberry Creek. Protect it by allowing only storm water to pass through it. Even nonhazardous materials such as eroded soil or washwater should not be discharged to a storm drain. For assistance with nonhazardous spills, call ext. 5481. Who to Call for Assistance If you have questions about the nature of your waste or how to manage waste in your work area, please contact an EH&S Generator Assistance Specialist. Your Generator Assistance Specialist is listed on the Web at http://www.lbl.gov/ehs/waste/html/gen__asst__spec_.htm. |
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