Waste Management and Disposal

Waste Management and Disposal

Harvard recycling and waste management truck.

Summary

How to manage, store, and dispose of waste safely and in compliance with regulatory requirements and Harvard policies.

Who is this for?

All students, faculty, and staff.

Waste management and disposal at Harvard

Properly manage and dispose of waste following all Harvard policies and federal, state, and local regulations.

Related resources

Find documents and online tools to manage and dispose of waste.

EHS support

Contact EHS for more information about general waste management and disposal.

Contact lab_safety@harvard.edu or your Lab Safety Advisor (LSA) for more information about waste in labs, including:

  • Custodial lab waste correction labels.

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If you have questions or concerns about environmental health and safety at Harvard, please contact us.

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