Universal waste includes commonly discarded hazardous materials such as batteries, pesticides, mercury-containing equipment, certain light bulbs, and aerosol cans. While these materials pose lower risks than other hazardous wastes, they must still be handled and disposed of properly to prevent harm to people and the environment. This course provides essential training on the proper handling, storage, and disposal of universal waste in compliance with EPA regulations.
Highlights of the course:
- Understanding what qualifies as universal waste and how it differs from other hazardous waste.
- EPA regulations for handling, storing, and disposing of universal waste.
- Proper labeling and transportation procedures for universal waste items.
- Safe handling and disposal of batteries, pesticides, mercury-containing equipment, light bulbs, and aerosol cans.
- Preventing contamination and environmental hazards from universal waste spills or leaks.
- Best practices for recycling and reducing hazardous waste in the workplace.
By the end of this course, you will have learned:
- How to properly identify and manage universal waste in compliance with EPA guidelines.
- Best practices for safe storage, labeling, and transportation of universal waste.
- Effective procedures for handling and disposing of broken, leaking, or hazardous universal waste items.
- The importance of recycling and how universal waste programs help protect the environment.
- Steps to take in case of a universal waste spill or contamination incident.