All types of waste listed below must be autoclaved or chemically treated in accordance with the risk group characterization of the infectious material being used prior to disposal.
Any human-derived biological or substance known or suspected of being infectious to humans, plants, or animals before treatment that may cause harm to the general public if released into the environment. Additionally, this also includes any material contaminated with infectious substances and all items containing or contaminated with human blood or fluids.
Non-infectious and includes material such as animal tissue, fluids, cell cultures and Petri dishes
Solid biological waste
Sharps must be stored in designated, puncture resistant sharps containers with a closeable top or lid. Once ¾ full, submit a pickup request form and EHS will pick up.
Animal Carcass Disposal- Notify EHS at least 10 business days in advance in order to arrange collection and disposal by vendor.
Collect and store frozen carcasses in biohazard bags until date of pickup. NOTE: Baylor’s vendor will not accept any chemicals or inorganic material, such as gloves, bandages, or plastic (syringes, bags), etc, to be incinerated with the carcass(s).
Dispose of all PPE and research items separately and handle according to your laboratory waste disposal procedure.
