Biohazardous Waste Disposal

A biohazard disposal container, also known as a sharps container, is located on the north side of the 2nd floor Circulation desk. It is the only one in the building. There are also medical gloves and disinfectant deodorant.

If sharps (needles, scalpel blades, lancets and syringes) are found, take the biohazard container to the sharp (to minimize contact) while wearing gloves (or double gloves) and take extra precautions not to puncture or tear your skin. Do not attempt to recap a needle as you may puncture yourself. You may spray the needle and your gloves with disinfectant deodorant for extra protection.

The sharp container should not be filled more than 2/3 of capacity. After use, the container needs to be closed and labeled with an OSU Hazardous Materials label. To comply with the 90 day storage limit, contact EH&S as soon as possible. 

Please note: The entire sharp container will be removed and incinerated. You will need to purchase a new one from the OSU Chem Store, Amazon or another vendor.

Resources

• Training materials and Instructions for managing Hazardous Waste can be found at OSU Environmental Health & Safety.
• Request a hazardous waste pickup
• OSU Hazardous Waste Label