Radioactive Waste Disposal

Request a Waste Pickup

• Submit a completed RAM Waste Pickup Request to waste.rad@ucdenver.edu​. An EHS staff member will be in contact within 48 hours to schedule a pickup. 
• Additionally, for mixed waste submit a completed RAM Mixed Waste Disposal Form
• If immediate action is required, contact EHS at 303-724-0109. Be prepared to provide:
  • names of PI and requestor
  • phone and email address
  • location of waste
  • types and number of waste containers

Preparation

• Radioactive waste must be in appropriate container (dry, aqueous, etc.).
• Only EHS-issued Radioactive Waste Tickets (or copies), provided at the time of material delivery, will be accepted.
• Waste Tickets with RSO number present must accompany every waste stream.
• Ensure that waste items are properly labeled such as Mixed Waste or Hazardous Scintillation Vial waste with orange Mixed Waste Label.

During Pickup

• EHS will inspect the waste for any non-comforming items
• EHS also reviews the following pertaining to the RAM to be disposed:
  • Accounting Sheets and Waste Tickets (provided at time of material delivery).
  • Radiological Survey Form in accordance with the hazard classification.

Supplies

• Supplies, such as extra containers, radioactive waste trash bags or missing paperwork may be requested by sending an email to waste.rad@ucdenver.edu.
• EHS will provide empty containers to replace any full containers taken during the waste pickup, unless otherwise directed.