A.  EH&S has interactive web forms for requesting pick up of all types of chemical  waste, items for recycle, and replacement waste containers.  The forms are  available on the EH&S website www.ehs.unr.edu by clicking FORMS in the  banner of the main page, then clicking on CHEMICAL WASTE FORMS.  You  must be registered in the system prior to making your requests.  If your name is  not on the User List you will be prompted to fill out a simple form to be added to  the list.  This normally takes 24 to 48 hours to process before you can place your  request for waste pick ups.

A.  Most laboratory spills are small quantities of known chemicals and it is generally  expected that the laboratory worker absorb/pick up the material, decontaminate  the area (if necessary) and submit the waste materials for chemical waste pick up.   EH&S has provided chemical spill kits (white, 5-gallon pail with a yellow label)  in every lab on campus for this purpose.  If fire or injury is associated with the  incident or the spill is beyond the capabilities of the lab staff (large quantity,  extremely hazardous material, etc.) outside assistance is available by calling  EH&S at 75040 or 9-911 for fire department or EMS.