The University of Iowa generates chemical waste resulting from teaching, research, healthcare, and operational activities. EHS is responsible for proper management and disposal of chemical waste. EHS provides technical assistance, training, collection and disposal service for individuals and departments that generate chemical waste.
Contact information and areas of expertise can be found on the Contact Us page.
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Training
- Hazardous Waste Management for Labs - W07HAZ
- EHS training required initially and annually.
- Audience: Personnel who manage hazardous chemical waste that is generated in lab settings.
- Hazardous Waste Management for Non-Labs - W32HAZ
- EHS training required initially and annually.
- Audience: Personnel who manage hazardous chemical waste that is generated in non-lab areas.
For further training and registration information, go to EHS Safety Training.
Resources
- Chemical Waste Requirements Poster
- Contingency Plan for University of Iowa Hazardous Waste Satellite Accumulation Areas
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Laboratory Close-Out Procedure
- List of Hazardous Materials and Disposal Contacts
- Mercury Bearing Waste
- Peroxide Formers Disposal
- Waste Pickup Information
- Chemical Waste Pickup Request Form
- Chemical Waste Labeling Procedure
- Label Request Form (Labels are free of charge and will be sent through campus mail)
- Weekly Pickup Schedule