Sharps, Non-Sharps, and Glass Waste Disposal
Sharps, whether or not contaminated
| Container requirements | Processing method | Where to place for pickup | Who picks up the waste |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharps container such as U Market #CX40234, etc. | Gray biohazardous waste bins for offsite autoclaving | Next to regular lab trash container. NOTE: Label yellow sharps container with PI’s name or lab location (building & room) NOTE: Sharps containers cannot be placed in hallways or other public areas | Facilities Management (FM) or Call (612) 624-2900 for a pickup request if biohazardous material is not normally picked up in your area |
Sharps contaminated with prions, high-hazard chemicals, or chemotherapy drugs
| Container requirements | Processing method | Where to place for pickup | Who picks up the waste |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow sharps container such as U Market #19001-039, etc. | Place in yellow biohazardous waste bins for offsite incineration | Next to regular lab trash container. NOTE: Label yellow sharps container with PI’s name or lab location (building & room) | Call (612) 625-6481 for pickup |
Contaminated non-sharps (including r/sNAs*)
| Container requirements | Processing method | Where to place for pickup | Who picks up the waste |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leak-proof container, equipped with a lid | Clear autoclave bag such as U Market #95042-568, etc. | After autoclaving place in regular waste container | Facilities Management (FM) |
| Leak-proof container, equipped with a lid | Red biohazardous waste bag such as U Market #11215-816, etc. | Next to regular lab trash container NOTE: Red bags cannot be placed in hallways or other public areas Label red bag with PI’s name or lab location (building & room) | Call (612) 624-2900 for a pickup request if biohazardous material is not normally picked up in your area |
| *Note: r/sNAs refers to recombinant/synthetic Nucleic Acids. | |||
Glass (not contaminated with hazardous materials)
| Container requirements | Processing method | Where to place for pickup | Who picks up the waste |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two-ply cardboard box, lined with a plastic bag (use separate box for broken and non-broken glass and label as such) | When full, tape shut | Next to regular lab trash container | Facilities Management (FM) |
*Note: r/sNAs refers to recombinant/synthetic Nucleic Acids.