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y donating them to laboratories, which eventually transfers thecost of disposal to the university; Substitute hazardous experimental materials for non-hazardousones. For example, use aqueous-based, biodegradablescintillation fluids whenever possible; If laboratory personnel employ good waste separation practices,the quantity of waste (solid and liquid chemicals, contaminatedprotective clothing, pipettes, etc) can be kept to a minimum.• Hazardous waste disposal guidelines: Label all waste materials completely and legibly, using labelsavailable from an appropriate organisation. Inadequatelylabelled containers will not be accepted; Package waste materials in approved containers; Overfilled and/or leaking containers cannot be accepted fordisposal; Never discharge wastes into the sewer unless you have verifiedthat hazardous wastes regulations permit you to do so. Forinformation, contact an appropriate organisation.• Waste preparation procedures:Organic solvents and oils: Collect in the containers provided by an appropriate organisation; Indicate the composition of the contents as accurately as possibleon the attached label.Miscellaneous chemicals and cylinders; Complete a laboratory chemical inventory form and send to anappropriate organisation; Await instructions.Chemicals of unknown composition: Unknown chemicals cannot be accepted; Analyse or contact an appropriate organisation to arrange foranalysis (at the expense of the waste generator).56