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Hazardous Waste Management Guidelines Waste must be properly labeled, stored, and disposed in accordance to Federal and State regulations. The information below will help you and UCLA maintain compliance.

GENERAL HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL

▪ Don't dispose of chemicals down the drain.

▪ Don't dispose of chemicals via trash cans.

▪ Don’t use hoods to intentionally evaporate chemicals

▪ Transport the hazardous waste to your designated pick-up location using a sturdy cart and secondary containment.

▪ Consult the hazardous waste pick-up schedule for the building specific times and locations for disposal

▪ For non-UCLA affiliated household hazardous waste, please visit the S.A.F.E. website for more information.

For General Inquires call (310) 206-1887 or email [email protected]

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