Department of University Safety & Assurances by Department of University Safety & Assurances Office Waste Training 2014

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Training Goals “Special Office Waste” is a generic term for waste found in an office setting that requires special handling and disposal considerations. This training aims to refresh waste generators on recognizing, proper storage, and proper disposal of special office wastes.

Special Office Waste What are special waste streams found in an office? BatteriesBatteries Printer cartridgesPrinter cartridges Lamps/light bulbsLamps/light bulbs Old electronicsOld electronics AerosolsAerosols Sharps/broken glassSharps/broken glass Empty containersEmpty containers

Battery Storage and Disposal Batteries to save and give to US&A for recycling Nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydrideNickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride Lead acid, lead gel cellLead acid, lead gel cell Lithium, Lithium ionLithium, Lithium ion Alkaline Batteries go in the trash It is very expensive to recycle alkaline batteries and the landfill considers them an acceptable waste. All other batteries are recycled for free.It is very expensive to recycle alkaline batteries and the landfill considers them an acceptable waste. All other batteries are recycled for free. Battery disposal and storage tips Tape terminals (a must with Lithium/Lithium Ion)Tape terminals (a must with Lithium/Lithium Ion) Do not store for long periods of timeDo not store for long periods of time Call Environmental Protection for battery pickupCall Environmental Protection for battery pickup

Printer Cartridges Disposal Printer cartridges can usually be sent back to the manufacturer at no cost.Printer cartridges can usually be sent back to the manufacturer at no cost. –Save box and shipping labels When shipping label is on the box, give to campus mail or UPS.When shipping label is on the box, give to campus mail or UPS. Save the Lanier toner containers.Save the Lanier toner containers. –Pick up by Print & Copy Services

Lamps Fluorescent lamps contain mercuryFluorescent lamps contain mercury –Tube lamps contain about 4mg of mercury –Do not emit mercury when kept intact Some lights may also contain lead (HIDs)Some lights may also contain lead (HIDs) Incandescent bulbs do NOT contain mercuryIncandescent bulbs do NOT contain mercury DO NOT CHANGE YOUR OWN LAMPS!DO NOT CHANGE YOUR OWN LAMPS! –UWM has trained staff to change bulbs and collect the lamps UWM Physical Plant recycles all lampsUWM Physical Plant recycles all lamps Not changing your own lamps refers to those in the ceiling or lamps requiring some extra equipment. It is perfectly acceptable to change a desk table lamp on your own.

Old Electronics Old electronics should be put on a surplus list. Fill out surplus declaration through Physical PlantFill out surplus declaration through Physical Plant All electronics will be picked up by the Campus Movers and sold if possible.All electronics will be picked up by the Campus Movers and sold if possible. Not everything with a cord is e-waste.Not everything with a cord is e-waste.

Aerosol Cans Environmental Protection will collect all aerosol cansEnvironmental Protection will collect all aerosol cans We puncture the can and empty the contentsWe puncture the can and empty the contents Empty cans get recycledEmpty cans get recycled By puncturing the cans, we are guaranteed that all the material will be emptied from the can. If not empty, aerosol cans may be considered hazardous waste. The propellant may be flammable or the material itself may be hazardous. However, if the cans are empty, they can be recycled.

Sharps NeedlesNeedles RazorsRazors SyringesSyringes X-acto KnivesX-acto Knives LancetsLancets The following items are considered Sharps and must go in a Sharps Container. Although they may have sharp edges, jagged metal, broken glass, or sharp plastic are not considered sharps and should not go in a Sharps Container.

Broken Glass Broken glass, jagged metal and sharp plastic can be disposed through the following steps. Place in a sturdy cardboard box or puncture proof containerPlace in a sturdy cardboard box or puncture proof container Label box “BROKEN GLASS”Label box “BROKEN GLASS” Tape box closedTape box closed Place out by normal trashPlace out by normal trash

Hazardous Material Empty Containers Empty containers that once held hazardous material are not hazardous themselves. When a container is empty Deface the labelDeface the label Mark container as emptyMark container as empty Add absorbents to dry residue liquidAdd absorbents to dry residue liquid Leave lid off to show it is emptyLeave lid off to show it is empty Throw out in normal trashThrow out in normal trash It is recommended that these types of containers not be recycled due to residual material still in the container. Remember, residue equals empty. If you have any questions, ask US&A

Miscellaneous Office Waste SurplusSurplus –Computers, electronics –Furniture –Equipment Fill out surplus list. Movers will pick up items. “Techno Trash” –Microfiche, CDs, DVDs, video & audio tapes. –Recycled through Green Disk –Collection at Library Contact Kim Silbersack Library Facilities ManagerContact Kim Silbersack Library Facilities Manager

Household Hazardous Waste UWM is responsible for waste generated on UWM property only. Do not bring household hazardous waste to workDo not bring household hazardous waste to work MMSD sponsors waste collections called Clean SweepsMMSD sponsors waste collections called Clean Sweeps See website for collection dates and timesSee website for collection dates and times –

Collect and Store Office Waste must be stored in an Office Waste Accumulation Area. Accumulation areas make it easier for co-workers and Environmental Protection to locate waste. Label a box and place in appropriate area of the office –Closets –Cabinets –Lower shelves

US&A performs waste pick-ups in your building every other month. If you are in need of a pick-up: Complete an on-line request form on the US&A website, orComplete an on-line request form on the US&A website, or Please include your name, building, room number, e- mail, and phone number. US&A may need to ask for additional information. Service

Contact Info Please contact US&A if you have any questions US&A can be reached at or by phone at

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