NOTE: You must first enter all radioactivity into their proper waste containers in the Radioactive Source Use and Waste workflow instructions in the Handbook. When no more waste will be added to a ...

As of July 3, 2023, the process for waste pickup requests transitioned to an online platform: Environmental Health and Safety Assistant (EHSA). EHSA is used to submit waste for chemical, biological, ...

Editor’s note: This article is published after the passing away of Rod Ewing. The draft manuscript was prepared by both authors. It has been lightly edited for style, length, and clarity. Additional ...

Construction waste comes in many forms. From scrap materials such as wood, brick, metal and asphalt during construction to broken glass, concrete and rocks during demolition. Some of these materials ...

Biohazardous agent refers to an agent that is biological in nature, capable of self-replication, and has the capacity to produce deleterious effects upon biological organisms. Biohazardous agents ...

Today’s CNC machining operations are remarkably efficient. Still, all machining entails some amount of waste in the form of removed material and used coolants. Consequently, waste management is a ...

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts found that Austria demonstrates commitment to the safe management of the predisposal of its radioactive waste, while also noting ...

If you would like to learn more about the IAEA’s work, sign up for our weekly updates containing our most important news, multimedia and more. An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of ...

Operating a waste and refuse truck isn't easy. Navigating narrow streets, maneuvering around parked vehicles and constantly being aware of pedestrians and cyclists nearby are just some of the ...

Lithuania's national programme for managing radioactive waste and decommissioning has demonstrated a commitment to safety, a team of experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency has concluded.