Universal Waste Management
Proper handling, storage, and disposal of common hazardous wastes like batteries and fluorescent lamps.
Description
Proper handling, storage, and disposal of common hazardous wastes like batteries and fluorescent lamps.
Universal waste is a category of hazardous waste that includes commonly generated items like batteries, fluorescent lamps, mercury-containing devices, and pesticides.
Proper management of universal waste is crucial for protecting human health and the environment. This involves:
Proper collection, storage, and handling of universal waste.
Recycling or proper disposal of universal waste according to regulations.
Employee training on universal waste handling procedures.
Learning Objectives
On completion of this course, you will be able to
• Identify the health and environmental hazards of universal wastes
• Properly label, handle, and store universal wastes
• Respond to emergencies
Intended audience
This course is recommended for all personnel handling or transporting hazardous waste.