Biohazardous and Infectious Waste

The University of Minnesota employs two methods to dispose of biohazardous waste: autoclaving on site or collection of waste to be processed by an outside contractor. The preferred method is autoclaving due to the high cost of offsite processing — ten times the cost of regular waste disposal. 

What Should You Do With Your Waste?

Click on the waste type below to view detailed waste collection information.


How To Prepare Biohazardous Waste For Pickup

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   Incorrect   

correct liner with the correct tote

Use correct liner with the correct tote

incorrect liners used

Wrong color liners in the tote

Fill no more than 50 lbs

Fill no more than 50 lbs

Waste not in liner, too full or heavy

Waste not in liner, too full or heavy

Liner must be tied in a knot or with tape

Liner must be tied in a knot or with tape

Liner bag not tied

Liner bag not tied

Tote lid is snapped shut securely

Lid is snapped shut securely

Liner not inside tote or exposed

Liner not inside tote or exposed

 

Need more totes? Contact: [email protected]
Questions on biohazardous waste? Contact: [email protected]