SOLID RADIOACTIVE Definition: Radioactively contaminated solid materials
containing no free standing liquids2.
WASTE PROCEDURES Examples: Paper, plastics, microcentrifuge tubes,
glassware, empty1 stock vials, and gloves.
STORAGE TRANSFER WASTE TAG
1. Waste containers must be: 1. Prepare for transfer:
q Distinctly different from normal trash receptacles. q Verify that all radioactive markings and symbols
q Constructed of sturdy, permanent materials are removed or defaced. Dr. Bruin 000
(Only applies to wastes with half-lives # 90 days). Medicine MBI/101 5-5555
(not cardboard).
M. Curie 7/4/00
q Lined with a plastic bag at least 3 mil thick. q Double bag in clear plastic bags at least 3 mil P-32 N/A 7
thick.
q Marked “Caution-Radioactive Material” on the top
and side. q Securely close bags with tape or a knot – not the
CAUTION wire of the waste tag!
P-32
CAUTION q Pipette tips and broken glassware must be placed
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MATERIAL
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in a puncture resistant container within the waste
bag. A “Sharps” container is acceptable provided
q Identified by isotope. that it is NOT red and all labels are defaced.
q Closed when not in use.
q Complete and sign the waste tag.
2. Solid radioactive waste shall be: q Securely attach the waste tag to the bag.
q Segregated by isotope.
q NOTE: Massive items (motors, centrifuges,
q Shielded, as necessary. rotors, etc.) may not be placed in regular solid
q Free of radiation symbols and markings. waste containers. Contact the RSD for specific
(Only applies to wastes with half-lives # 90 days) disposal procedures. M. Curie
CAUTION
2. During transport:
CAUTION
Remove
or
q Use a sturdy cart to transport solid waste.
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MATERIAL MATERIAL Deface
NOTES
3. Prohibited items: q Apply adequate shielding, if necessary. 1 Empty means NO liquid or liquid-containing mixture, such
q Lead and other Hazardous Materials.
q Take the waste to the nearest radioactive waste as LSC gel, and no observable movement of liquid when
q Biohazardous Materials. pickup location at the designated time. shaken.
2 Free standing liquid is that amount which can readily
q Free Standing Liquid2. q Utilize freight elevators, if possible. run, and thus could easily be emptied from centrifuge
q “Sharps” (unless placed in a puncture resistant tubes, pipettes, etc. It is not droplets retained in containers
container). by surface tension or capillary action.
2002-12 (Rev 0)