proper waste disposal in laboratory practices
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The document outlines waste disposal procedures in a laboratory setting, emphasizing the proper disposal of paper, wood, glass, and chemical wastes. It specifies the handling of acid solutions, toxic chemicals, and the need for careful transportation of corrosives. Urgent actions are recommended for spills, with specific methods for both solids and liquids to ensure safety and prevent hazards.
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proper waste disposal in laboratory practices
- 1. WASTE DISPOSAL PROCEDURES Laboratory in Chem
- 2. Deposit pieces of paper, wood, glass, and other wastes in the garbage can.
- 3. Deposit waste acid solutions into the acid jar. Any other toxic chemical must be disposed of in the waste can (if solid) or in the sink, followed by large quantities of water (if liquid).
- 4. Be very careful in pouring and transporting acids and other corrosive chemicals. Acids may be transported only if the container is properly capped.
- 5. Spilled solids should be placed in appropriate solid waste container and should be done promptly because many solids are hydroscopic and become difficult to sweep up in a short time as in the case of NaOH and KOH.
- 6. Spilled acids, and for bases, use sodium bisulfate.
- 7. If the spilled material is very volatile, clear the area and let it evaporate. Provide no chance of igniting flammable compounds.