endeavor to minimise the production of mixed wastes; assess the risks associated with the hazards; minimise the hazard e.g. use water-based chemicals instead of solvent-based – chemicals; choose an appropriate disposal option, and if possible a single option (e.g. incineration); identify multiple statutory requirements; ensure that laboratory staff are adequately trained in waste management. Treatment and disposal of mixed waste must ensure that all hazards are appropriately addressed. 16.9 References :1992 - Non-reusable containers for the collection of sharp medical items used in health care areas :2005 - Safety in laboratories Planning and operational aspects – :1997 - Safety in laboratories Chemical aspects – :2002 - Safety in laboratories Microbiological aspects and containment facilities – :1998 - Safety in laboratories Ionizing radiations – - Management of Clinical and Related Waste DECCW: . DECCW DECCW DECCW DECCW DECCW NSW EPA NSW Health - (1998)
endeavor to minimise the production of mixed wastes; assess the risks associated with the hazards; minimise the hazard – e.g. use water-based chemicals instead of solvent-based chemicals; choose an appropriate disposal option, and if possible a single option (e.g. incineration); identify multiple statutory requirements; ensure that laboratory staff are adequately trained in waste management. Treatment and disposal of mixed waste must ensure that all hazards are appropriately addressed. 16.9 References :1992 - Non-reusable containers for the collection of sharp medical items used in health care areas :2005 - Safety in laboratories – Planning and operational aspects :1997 - Safety in laboratories – Chemical aspects :2002 - Safety in laboratories – Microbiological aspects and containment facilities :1998 - Safety in laboratories – Ionizing radiations - Management of Clinical and Related Waste DECCW: . DECCW DECCW DECCW DECCW DECCW NSW EPA NSW Health - (1998)