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Hazardous Waste Information

The Office for Research Safety works to ensure compliance with federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations in the collection and proper disposal of chemical, radioactive and biological waste generated by the research, teaching and clinical operations at Northwestern University.

Chemical Waste

Chemical Waste Overview

Sanitary Sewer or Ordinary Refuse Disposal

Primary Contact:
Pat Ruchirushkul
pruchi@northwestern.edu
Ext. 1-5581

Biological Waste

Biological Waste Overview

Disposal Procedure and Drop-off Locations

Do's and Don'ts of Biohazardous Waste Disposal

Primary Contact:
Andrea Hall
ahall@northwestern.edu
Ext. 1-5881

Radioactive Waste

Radioactive Waste Procedures

Primary Contact:
Bruce Sanza
radiation-safety@northwestern.edu
Ext. 1-5881

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