As outlined in the University of Toronto’s Environmental Protection Services guide “Chemical Waste Disposal”, proper handling and recycling of chemical waste is essential to minimizing environmental and health risks in laboratory environments.
The guide emphasizes that chemical waste includes solids, liquids, and gases contaminated with flammables, toxic substances, corrosives, and reactives. Examples range from flammable solvents like acetone to toxic carcinogens such as chloroform. These substances require specialized packaging and disposal procedures to ensure safety and compliance with environmental regulations.
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