Recycling – Universal Waste
Universal waste refers to certain categories of hazardous waste that are commonly generated by a wide variety of establishments (EPA). This includes batteries, fluorescent lamps, electronic scrap and mercury-containing devices.
All universal waste at WCSU must be brought to the nearest accumulation area. EHS checks these areas monthly and moves the waste to a central storage location, so that it can be recycled by a licensed waste vendor.
Types of Universal Waste
Waste Batteries
Rechargeable batteries - cover the terminals with conductive tape to prevent discharge.
Store waste batteries in a DOT-approved shipping container.
Waste Lamps
Store waste lamps in a bulb drum or a sturdy cardboard box.
Waste Electronics
Store waste electronics in a DOT-approved shipping container.
Waste Mercury-Containing Devices
Store waste mercury-containing devices in a DOT-approved shipping container.
Waste Electrical Ballasts
Store waste electrical ballasts in a DOT-approved shipping container.