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Radioactive Waste

We regularly receive questions regarding Radioactive Waste issues. Some of the questions which we are most frequently asked are set out below together with the answers. The FAQ section is intended as a first resource, but if there are any other questions which you think should be added, please let us know. If you still can't find what you're looking for, or if you want more information, please contact our office or your area's Safety Advisor.
Should I tag the waste at the time I submit the pickup request?
How can I determine the size of my radioactive waste container?
What do you actually pickup when a radioactive waste request is submitted?
Do I have to segregate isotopes in my waste streams?
Can I submit a pickup request for a full 1 or 3 gallon sharps container?
What type of shielding should I use for the waste inside my lab?
What is the telphone number for waste inquiry?
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Office of Environmental Health & Safety, 135 College Street, 1st Floor
New Haven, CT 06510-2411 Telephone: 203-785-3550 / Fax: 203-785-7588