Hazardous Waste Disposal GuideOnce a material is deemed no
longer useful and is ready for disposal it is necessary to
consider whether it can be safely and legally put in a dumpster
for landfilling, poured down the drain or set aside as a
hazardous waste for special disposal. Campus employees have a
responsibility to manage their wastes appropriately not only
because of the desire to protect our natural resources but also
because of legal restrictions which control disposal. This guide
is intended to provide you with the information you need to
dispose of waste materials properly. If you are unsure of
correct disposal methods or have additional questions please
call the University Safety Manager at ext. 2273. What is
Hazardous Waste? The Wisconsin statutes define waste as any
liquid, solid, or gaseous material that can no longer be used
for its originally intended purpose because it has become
contaminated or has been used in some process. A waste is also
any material which is still usable for its originally