Methods of waste disposal in CampusOptics

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Method 1: use pickup request links

Any user, regardless of Space assignments or roles, can access pickup request links. This method is ideal for users who do not access CampusOptics for inventory purposes or who are ready for waste to be picked up immediately. This method does not allow users to save waste containers and submit them at a later time.

Pickup request links

Select the appropriate waste stream below then sign in using your NetID and password.

Instructions

Enter generator information including e-mail, phone number, first and last name.
Select the location using one of the following three search methods:
1. Campus, Building, or Outdoor Area
  - Search building name or address.
  - Select the room number from the “Floor or Area” drop-down.
    - If unable to find the exact room, enter the room number under “Additional Location Details”.
2. Space-Specific Locations
  - Search using the lab name.
  - Select the room number from the “Floor or Area” drop-down.
3. Saved Locations
  - Select a saved location or recent location from the drop-down.
    - Saved Locations can be set under Preferences on the bottom of the left-hand sidebar.
Use the “Additional Location Details” to enter any specifics to assist the pickup team in finding the containers.
Select the “Container Type” from the drop-down.
Enter the size of the container by selecting the “Unit” from the drop-down and entering the value under “Weight or Volume Amount”.
Enter the “Container Contents” and “Add Container Contents” to record all components of the waste.
- If unable to locate the appropriate chemical/substance from the drop-down, enter the components in the “Container Contents”.
- All components must be accounted for including sharps, contaminated debris, EtBr gels, etc.
If disposing of multiple waste containers, click “Add Another Container” in the bottom left corner and follow steps 5-7 for each container.
- If disposing of multiple identical containers click “Actions” on the created container and select “Duplicate Container”.
Click “Submit Pickup Request” in the bottom right corner.
Print the Hazardous Waste tag and attach it to the container ensuring the barcode is not curved or covered by tape.

Note: if users frequently dispose of similar waste containers, select the box next to “Save as Template” before submitting the pickup request.

Method 2: manage in CampusOptics

This method is ideal for users who frequently use CampusOptics, are slowly accumulating waste, or are disposing of large amounts of chemicals. This method allows users to designate containers as “Accumulating” until ready for pickup.

Instructions

Login to CampusOptics using your NetID and password
Select “HazWaste” from the left sidebar.
Select “Containers” along the top.
Click “New Container” in the top right corner.
Select the appropriate waste stream:
- Chemical Waste
- Pharmaceutical Waste
- Universal Waste – Batteries (NON-Alkaline)
- Universal Waste – Light Bulbs (LED/Fluorescent/Metal-Halide)
- Universal Waste – Paint (Latex/Acrylic)
Select the “Container Type” from the drop down.
Set the “HazWaste Container Status” to Accumulating or Ready for Pickup.
- Note: Containers set to “Accumulating” will remain adjustable until the status is set to “Ready for Pickup” by a member with access to the originating space
Enter the size of the container by selecting the “Unit” from the drop-down and entering the value under “Weight or Volume Amount”.
Enter the “Container Contents” and “Add Container Contents” to record all components of the waste.
- If unable to locate the appropriate chemical/substance from the drop down, enter the components in the “Container Contents”.
- All components must be accounted for including sharps, contaminated debris, EtBr gels, etc.
Enter the approximate percentage of components to add to 100 percent. Trace items can be left without a percentage but must be included under contents.
If disposing of multiple waste containers, click “Add Another Container” in the bottom left corner and follow steps 6-10 for each container.
If disposing of multiple identical containers click “Actions” on the created container and select “Duplicate Container”.
Select the location using one of the following three search methods:
1. Campus, Building, or Outdoor Area
  - Search building name or address.
  - Select the room number from the “Floor or Area” drop-down.
    - If unable to find the exact room, enter the room number under “Additional Location Details”.
2. Space-Specific Locations
  - Search using the lab name.
  - Select the room number from the “Floor or Area” drop-down.
3. Saved Locations
  - Select a saved location or recent location from the drop-down.
    - Saved Locations can be set under Preferences on the bottom of the left-hand sidebar.
Use the “Additional Location Details” to enter any specifics to assist the pickup team in finding the containers.
Click “Create Container” in the bottom right corner.
If ready for pickup, print the Hazardous Waste tag and attach it to the container ensuring the barcode is not curved or covered by tape.
If accumulating: ensure container is labeled “Hazardous Waste” and has the names of all components while accumulating. Once ready for pickup:
1. View container following steps 1-3 and selecting the container from the list
2. Click “Actions” and select “Mark as Pickup Requested”
3. Print the Hazardous Waste tag and attach it to the container ensuring the barcode is not curved or covered by tape.