Ateneo De Manila University

School of Science and Engineering

Laboratory Safety Manual

Office of the Dean

School of Science and Engineering
2021 Edition

Written and Compiled By:

Mr. Miguel Antonio M. Brion
Ms. Maria Katrina C. Constantino

Edited and Approved By:

Dr. Raphael A. Guerrero
3. Materials Waste Management

The waste produced by any laboratory is the responsibility of the department. Laboratory waste
management and disposal are jointly managed by the department involved, the SOSE Laboratory
Safety and Regulatory Compliance Officer, Central Mobility and Security Office, and The Office
of Facilities and Sustainability. Thus, it is advisable that all departments comply with the waste
management and disposal protocol of the university as well as with national regulations.

3.1. Waste Responsibilities

Within SOSE departments, the Department Laboratory Safety Officer, Department Biosafety
Officer, Laboratory Technicians, and Department Chairpersons are responsible for ensuring
proper waste labelling, storage, and coordination with the Office of Facilities and Sustainability
and the Campus Safety and Mobility Office (CSMO) with regard to final waste disposal. Also,
SOSE departments are advised to comply with the Ateneo De Manila University Hazardous
Waste Management Program.

3.2. Waste Storage

Waste contains hazards. That is why proper storage of waste is important in minimizing these
hazards.
● The storage space must be accessible during emergencies and for the purpose of
inspection and monitoring.
● The facility should be enclosed but adequately ventilated.
● The facility should be separated from the laboratory technician’s room, materials storage
room, and laboratories.
● The floors should be impermeable to liquids and resistant to attack by chemicals, not
slippery, and should have a spill containment basin.
● The facility should be properly secured and not easily accessed by unauthorized
personnel.
● Drums should preferably be stored upright and stacked not more than four (4) drums high.
● Drums should be raised in pallets or similar structures to allow passage of water and
circulation of air.
● All containers should be checked regularly for leaks.
● There should be segregation of waste based on the type and hazards dictated by the
Hazardous Waste Procedural Manual III (DAO-92-29) or the DENR Classification of
Hazardous Wastes (See Appendix Table 5). In case the material is not considered
hazardous, it should still be properly stored in the waste storage facility and separated
from hazardous waste.
● The facility should be equipped with an automatic fire suppression system, or the walls of
the storage facility should be able to contain the fire within the area for approximately 90-
120 minutes.
● The container material must be compatible with the waste.

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3.3. Waste Labelling

Each container must be labeled with the following information:

● Amount: The amount of waste, giving the container size and indicating whether it is full, ¾
full, etc. Liquid waste is to be given in gallons or liters, and solid waste in pounds or
kilograms.
● Principal Constituents: Each compound in the waste containers must be listed by its
complete chemical name, and the approximate percentage of each compound. Do not use
abbreviations.
● Waste Characteristics: All hazardous characteristics of waste should be identified. The
terms most appropriately describing the waste should be included. If the waste is an acid
or a base, the approximate pH of the waste should be indicated beside “Corrosive” on the
label. Carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or teratogenicity should be specified beside “Toxic”.
● Special Handling Considerations: Any toxic or reactive hazards, to caution the handler,
should be noted. Substances or conditions which could result in an explosion, fire, heat
generation, or flammable gas generation should be explained.

3.4. Waste Inventory

SOSE departments generating hazardous waste should prepare a quarterly inventory report to
be submitted to the Pollution Control Officer for reporting to DENR. A copy should also be
submitted to the SOSE Laboratory Safety and Regulatory Compliance Officer.

If a department does not produce any hazardous waste but operates laboratories and produces
non-hazardous wastes, a similar report can be made following the same schedule and format and
must be submitted to the SOSE Laboratory Safety and Regulatory Compliance Officer.

The report should contain the following information:

▪ characteristic
▪ classification
▪ nature
▪ quantity (kgs)

The inventory should be done quarterly covering the following months:

▪ 1st Quarter: January – March
▪ 2nd Quarter: April – June
▪ 3rd Quarter: July –September
▪ 4th Quarter: October – December

3.5. Waste Disposal

Waste disposal should be done by an accredited DENR service provider and in accordance with
DENR Hazardous Waste Procedural Manual III.

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3.5.1. Chemical Waste

3.5.1.1. Chemical Waste Characteristics

Hazardous wastes are classified according to the following:

● Ignitability: Liquids with a flashpoint less than 60°C; oxidizers, solids
capable of burning vigorously and persistently after ignition through friction,
absorption of moisture, or spontaneous chemical changes at standard
temperature and pressure.
● Corrosivity: Aqueous solutions with a pH less than or equal to 2, or greater
than or equal to 12.5; liquids which corrode steel at a rate greater than 6.35
mm per year at 55°C.
● Reactivity: Normally unstable and undergoes violent changes; reacts
violently with water; forms potentially explosive mixtures with water of pH
conditions between 2 and 12.5; capable of detonation or explosive reaction.
● Toxicity: Fatal to humans in low doses; less than oral LD50 of 50 mg/kg
(rats), inhalation LC50 of 2 mg/L (rats), or dermal LD50 of 200 mg/kg
(rabbit); toxic, carcinogenic, or suspected carcinogenic, mutagenic,
teratogenic.

3.5.1.2. Disposal of Chemical Wastes

3.5.1.2.1. Individual Waste Streams

A waste stream generated from a laboratory procedure should not be

combined with other chemical wastes. The fewer the number of chemicals
associated with a waste, the more economical the disposal method for that
waste. If this is not practical, there must be careful consideration about
which wastes can be combined.

3.5.1.2.2. Non-Halogenated Flammable Solvents

Non-halogenated flammable solvents may be sent to the incinerator and

must be free of heavy metals, and reactive materials, e.g. sodium metal.

3.5.1.2.3. Halogenated Solvents

Halogenated solvents must not be combined with flammable

nonhalogenated solvents. Examples of halogenated solvents include
methylene chloride, chloroform, and carbon tetrachloride.

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 3.5.1.2.4. Heavy Metals
These should be converted to sulfide, which is less soluble, before final
disposal.

3.5.1.2.5. Non-Hazardous Wastes

These may be disposed of as ordinary trash. To avoid suspicions, they
must however be labeled and marked as “NON-HAZARDOUS”. Non-
hazardous wastes in liquid form may be disposed of down the drain.

● Agarose ● Glycine ● Sodium chloride

● Alumina/aluminum ● Magnesium ● Sodium citrate
oxide carbonate ● Sodium phosphate
● Ammonium phosphate ● Magnesium chloride ● Sodium sulfate
● Calcium carbonate ● Magnesium sulfate ● Stannous oxide
● Calcium oxide ● Potassium carbonate ● Starch
● Calcium phosphate ● Potassium chloride ● Sugars
● Calcium sulfate ● Potassium sulfate ● Titanium oxide
● Citric acid ● Sephadex
● Dextrin ● Silica gel

In general, the following materials may be placed in ordinary trash bins for
disposal provided they are not contaminated with hazardous wastes:

Materials listed below in quantities up to about 100 g or 100 mL at a time

are suitable for disposal down the drain while flushing with excess water:

Organic Chemicals
● Alkanols with fewer than 4 carbons
● Aliphatic aldehydes with fewer than 5 carbons
● Amides with fewer than 5 carbons
● Aliphatic amines with fewer than 7 carbons
● Carboxylic acids with fewer than 6 carbons
● Esters with fewer than 5 carbons
● Proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, soluble fats and their
precursors

Inorganic Chemicals
● Sulfates of Na+, K+, Mg2+, Ca2+, Sr2+, NH4+
● Carbonates of Na+, K+, Mg2+, Ca2+, Sr2+, NH4+
● Oxides of Mg2+, Ca2+, Sr2+, Al3+, Si4+, Ti2+, Mn2+, Fe2+, Fe3+,
Co2+, Co3+, Cu2+, Cu+
● Chlorides of Ca, Na+, K+, Mg2+, NH4+
● Borates of Na+, K+, Mg2+, Ca2+

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 3.5.1.2.6. Hazardous Chemical Wastes

Hazardous chemical wastes should be placed and segregated into leak-

proof barcoded waste bottles following the classification of the DENR-EMB
(See Appendix Table 5). These wastes will be hauled by DENR-accredited
transporters for treatment and disposal.

3.5.2. Sharps, and Glass Wastes

Sharps, including but not limited to syringes, razor blades, Pasteur pipettes, capillary
tubes, and scalpels should be placed in puncture-resistant waste collection containers
prior to disposal.

3.5.3. Biological Waste

Biological Waste generated at SOSE laboratories may be classified as:

● Microbiological waste from bacterial or eukaryotic cell culture:
All microbiological waste (cultures, stocks) should be decontaminated through
autoclaving and immediately discarded. Liquid cultures may be discarded down
the sink; solid media should be discarded with the regular waste. Note that only
risk group 1 and 2 organisms are allowed at SOSE.
● Untreated animal carcasses used for physiological experiments or dissection:
Animal carcasses, organs or parts obtained from markets which are not subjected
to any chemical treatment can be disposed of with the regular garbage.
● Animal carcasses treated with chemicals (i.e. formalin):
Animal carcasses treated with preservation fluids should be gathered in an
appropriate container and returned to the same Bureau of Animal Industry
accredited supplier for hauling and disposal.

3.5.4. Radioactive Waste

Proper handling and disposal of radioactive waste must be followed based on DENR
Administrative Order No. 29 Series 1992 entitled “Implementing Rules and Regulations of
Republic Act 6969” also known as the “Toxic Substances and Hazardous and Nuclear
Waste Control Act of 1990”. The law also provides that the regulation, control and
management of radioactive materials and nuclear/radioactive wastes generated
throughout the country shall be regulated by the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute
(PNRI)

Some basic protocols that must be observed when handling radioactive waste are the
following:
● Minimize the time spent near any radioactive material.

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 ● Increase the distance between the radioactive material and the human body. Use
shielding between the radioactive source and your body.
● Separate radioactive wastes from nonradioactive ones
● Protective clothing and attire (lab coats, disposable gloves, etc.) shall be worn
when handling radioactive waste.
● Areas with radioactive materials must be locked when unattended to prevent
unauthorized access to radioactive materials. It should have proper waste
containers that are shielded, cannot be opened easily and are leak-proof.
● Label all containers of radioactive materials or items used with radioactive material
with labels bearing the words "CAUTION: RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS" and the
radiation symbol. Labels should also include date, nuclide, and quantity of the
radioactive material.

3.6. Discharges to the Sanitary Sewer

Disposal of non-halogenated solvents to the sanitary sewer is limited to low-toxicity solvents,

miscible in water, diluted to non-flammable concentrations. Small volumes of acids and bases can
be diluted and discharged in the sanitary sewer if followed by flushing with copious volumes of
water. Acids and bases containing heavy metals must not be disposed of through the sewer
system. Only trace quantities of oils associated with cleaning and washing operations should be
released to the sanitary sewer.

Avoid discharges to the sanitary sewer of the following:

● Materials that may create a fire or explosive hazard such as gasoline, benzene, fuel oil,
used oil or any flammable or explosive solid, liquid or gas.
● Water or waste materials with pH level lower than 5 or higher than 11 which has corrosive
property.
● Solid or viscous materials in amounts that may obstruct flow or interfere with operations
such as fats, grease, etc.
● Discharges of any toxic material in volume or strength that may cause interference with
waste treatment processes, or contamination of sludge of effluent from the wastewater
treatment.
● Heat discharges which will inhibit biological activities or increase the temperature of
wastewater treatment effluent by about 40°C.

3.7. Hazardous Waste Minimization

Minimizing waste generation also minimizes hazards and probability of accidents brought by the
waste. Laboratories are encouraged to consider ways of reducing the volume of waste or
preserving the reuse of the materials through redesigning of experiments. But in cases where it
is more detrimental to reuse a certain material than to dispose of it, it is advisable to dispose of
the waste. Recyclable materials should be kept separate from other waste. Efforts should be
made to decontaminate, detoxify, neutralize, or otherwise render the waste non-hazardous.
Different waste materials should be segregated whenever possible.

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3.8. Solid Waste and Recycling

All solid wastes produced by the laboratories which are safe for trash bin disposal must comply
with DENR Administrative Order No. 2001-34 entitled “Implementing Rules and Regulations of
Republic Act 9003” also known as the “Philippine Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of
2000”, and the ecological solid waste management program of the Ateneo De Manila University.
The ecological solid waste management of the university starts from waste reduction, segregation
at source, to waste diversion at unit-based Materials Recovery Facilities. Solid waste must be
segregated into five categories namely recyclables, dry paper, electronic waste, compostable,
and other waste. If possible, wastes that can be recycled, repurposed, or reused prior to bin
disposal are encouraged to minimize unnecessary solid waste collected by the university from
laboratories. But if the solid waste is a hindrance to the normal functions of laboratory facilities
and personnel, or is a source of other laboratory hazards, disposal is highly recommended.

3.9. Decontamination of Work Areas

Work surfaces should be protected from contamination by using disposable plastic-backed

absorbent paper or stainless-steel trays. Other items and equipment which become contaminated
during experimental activity should be decontaminated with the appropriate solvent.
The most common method for decontaminating laboratory surfaces is by liquid decontamination.
A 70% ethanol or 5 – 10 % bleach solution is sufficient for general decontamination of surfaces
such as lab benches.

3.10. Decontamination of Materials for Disposal

Contaminated materials must either be decontaminated by procedures that decompose the

chemical component or be removed for subsequent disposal. Chemical components which have
spilled out of a primary container to constitute a hazard must be inactivated in situ or should be
absorbed by appropriate means for subsequent disposal. A means for assuring adequacy of
clean-up should be provided.

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Decontamination of wastes and their ultimate disposal are closely linked. All infectious material
should be decontaminated, autoclaved, or incinerated within the laboratory.

Autoclaving is the preferred method for decontamination. Materials for decontamination and
disposal should be placed in appropriate containers for reuse or disposal after sterilization.
Categories for separation of various types of waste may include:
● Non-contaminated, non-infectious waste that can be reused or recycled or disposed as
general waste;
● Contaminated (Infectious) sharps;
● Contaminated material for decontamination by autoclaving and thereafter washing for
reuse/recycling;
● Contaminated material for autoclaving and disposal.

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6. Emergency Procedures

6.2. Response to Specific Incidents/Accidents

6.2.1. Chemical Spills

Laboratory users should clean up spilled chemicals immediately to reduce exposure of

other lab users.

Immediate Action
● When the toxicity of the spilled material is unknown, treat the spill like a potential
health hazard by avoiding exposure and seeking assistance from trained
personnel.
● Everyone should leave the affected area, closing the door and warning others not
to enter the contaminated area.
● Notify the faculty or lab technician in charge of the class or experiment.
● Avoid skin contact and minimize inhalation.
● Any contaminated clothing should be removed and containerized. These should
be laundered separately from other clothing before reuse.
● Use, as appropriate, a safety shower or eye wash fountain.
● Exposed skin should be thoroughly washed with soap and water. Continue flushing
with water for 15 minutes or more.
● For chemical splashes on the eyes, a minimum of 20-minute flushing with copious
amounts of water is recommended. Check for and remove contact lenses. Rotate
the eyeballs so that all surfaces are rinsed. Forcibly hold the eyelids open as
necessary.
● Seek medical attention (Health Service, local 5110).

Spill Clean-up
● If the material is not particularly volatile, has a low order of toxicity, not highly
corrosive, and there is no fire hazard, proceed with clean-up operations.
● Wear appropriate personal protective equipment: goggles, gloves, and respiratory
protection, especially for volatile and toxic spills.
● Use sand/soil to contain liquid spills, and if applicable, use an absorbent material
that will contain the liquids.
● For small liquid spills (<100 mL), paper towels, sand, or an absorbent can be used
to contain the spill. However, paper towels are not suitable for cleaning up
flammable spills.
● Do not brush up solid spills since this may produce airborne dust. Add sand to
contain the solid spill. If the material is not reactive to water, you can add water to
the spill-sand mixture to act as dust-suppressant. Use paper towels and a dustpan
to collect the spill residue. Place in a labeled plastic bucket or container.
● If a volatile, flammable, or toxic material is spilled, warn everyone immediately to
extinguish flames, and turn off spark-producing equipment. Shut down all

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 equipment and vacate the area until it is decontaminated. Report the incident to a
faculty member or lab technician.
● Do not leave paper towels or other materials used to clean up a spill in open
trashcans in the work area. Dispose of them properly.
● Ventilate the spill area by opening windows or use a fan.

6.2.2. Spills of Specific Types of Chemicals

6.2.2.1 Acids and Bases

● Avoid contact with skin. Neutralize acids and bases with solid sodium
bicarbonate and citric acid, respectively. A quantity of solid not much
greater than the volume of the liquid spilled should be sufficient, even for
concentrated reagents.
● Mix neutralizing chemicals into the spill, adding some water to provide
solvent for the neutralizing reaction. Use pH paper to determine whether
the acid or base has been neutralized.
● After neutralizing, mopping should follow. Final rinse should be with clean
water. Rinse mop and bucket.
● WARNING: Do not clean-up hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid, HF) with
silica-containing materials such as sand or vermiculite.

6.2.2.2 Mercury

● Because of the high toxicity of mercury vapor, spilled mercury should be

cleaned-up immediately and thoroughly using an aspirator or vacuum
device. Domestic vacuum cleaners must not be used.
● Mercury spilled into floor cracks can be made non-volatile by amalgamation
with zinc dust or by adding a mixture of finely powdered sodium thiosulfate
(85 g) and powdered EDTA (15 g).
● Do not use sulfur to cover mercury since this will just complicate disposal.
● Contaminated materials used to clean up the spill should also be placed in
properly labeled containers.

6.2.3. Biological Spills

Immediate Action
When a spill of biohazardous material occurs, clean-up should begin immediately to
minimize exposing lab users to potentially infectious material. For BSL 1 level spills,
the following measures should be taken:
● Notify others in the area to prevent contamination of additional personnel and the
environment.
● Remove any contaminated clothing and wash exposed skin with disinfectant.
● Wear gloves and protective clothing, including face and eye protection if indicated.
● Cover the spill with cloth or paper towels to contain it.

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 ● Pour an appropriate disinfectant over the paper towels and the immediately
surrounding area (generally, 5% - 10% bleach solutions are appropriate).
● Apply disinfectant concentrically beginning at the outer margin of the spill area,
working toward the center.
● After the appropriate amount of contact time (e.g. 30 min), clear away the
materials. If there is broken glass or other sharps involved, use a dustpan or a
piece of stiff cardboard to collect the material and deposit it into a puncture-
resistant container for disposal.
● Clean and disinfect the area of the spillage (if necessary, repeat steps 2–5).
● Place contaminated materials within a leak-proof, puncture-resistant waste
disposal container.
● Wash hands with soap and hand-washing disinfectant.
● After successful disinfection, inform the laboratory supervisor or Laboratory
Technician that the site has now been decontaminated

6.2.4. Escape of Noxious Gases

Immediate Action
● Place the source of gas in a hood (and make sure to turn the exhaust fan on), open
windows, and close off the room from the rest of the building.
● In any event, evacuate personnel.
● Heavy vapors (MW >>29) will lie along the floor. Much lighter vapors will rise.
Leave the room in either an upright or crawling position, accordingly.
● WARNING: A mask may protect the wearer against inhalation of noxious gases,
but be warned against absorption through the skin of such substances

6.2.5. Fires

Immediate Action
● Without entering a hazardous situation or area and without compromising your own
safety, remove all individuals from the area.
● Alert others in the area of the fire.
● Immediately inform the Building Emergency Assistance Team head of the building
or the Fire Marshall at the OFS. Identify yourself and the details of the fire.
● Confine the affected area by closing all doors, windows, and access.
● If the fire is small and confined, use the available fire extinguisher ONLY IF you
have been trained to operate the fire extinguisher.
● Evacuate the building.
● Meet the emergency responders outside the building to provide information on the
fire and any specific hazards in the laboratory.
● When alerted of a fire in the building, follow the campus emergency management
plans.
● Do not re-enter the building unless permission is granted by the emergency
responders

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9. Appendices

Table 5. DENR classification of hazardous wastes.

Wastes are considered hazardous if they are listed under the Classification of Prescribed
Hazardous Wastes (HW) under the DENR Procedural Manual or they exhibit any of the four
characteristics, namely: ignitable, corrosive, reactive or toxic based on Toxicity Characteristics
Leaching Procedure (TCLP).

5.1 Hazardous Wastes

Class Description Waste
Number
A. Wastes with Cyanide
Wastes with cyanide Waste containing cyanide with a concentration >200 A101
ppm in liquid waste

B. Acid Wastes
Sulfuric acid Sulfuric acid with pH = 2.0 B201
Hydrochloric acid Hydrochloric acid with pH = 2.0 B202
Nitric acid Nitirc acid with pH = 2.0 B203
Phosphoric Acid Phosphoric acid with pH = 2.0 B204
Hydrofluoric acid Hydrofluoric acid with pH = 2.0 B205
Mixture of sulfuric and Mixture of sulfuric and hydrochloric acid with pH = 2.0 B206
hydrochloric
Other inorganic acid Other inorganic acid with pH = 2.0 B207
Organic acid Organic acid with pH= 2. B208
Other acid wastes Acid wastes other than B201 to B208 B299

C. Alkali wastes
Caustic soda Caustic soda with pH = 12.5 C301
Potash Potash with pH = 12.5 C302
Alkaline cleaners Alkaline cleaners with pH = 12.5 C303
Ammonium hydroxide Ammonium hydroxide with pH = 12.5 C304
Lime Slurries Lime slurries with pH = 12.5 C305
Other alkali wastes Alkali wastes other than C301 to C305 C399

D. Wastes with Inorganic Chemicals

Selenium and its Includes all wastes with a total Se concentration > 1.0 D401
compounds mg/L based on analysis of an extract
Arsenic and its Includes all wastes with a total As concentration > 5.0 D402
compounds mg/L based on analysis of an extract
Barium and its Includes all wastes with a total Ba concentration > D403
compounds 100.0 mg/L based on analysis of an extract
Cadmium and its Includes all wastes with a total Cd concentration > 5.0 D404
compounds mg/L based on analysis of an extract
Chromium compounds Includes all wastes with a total Cr concentration > 5.0 D405
mg/L based on analysis of an extract
Lead compounds Includes all wastes with a total Pb concentration > 5.0 D406
mg/L based on analysis of an extract
Mercury and mercury Includes all wastes with a total Se concentration > 0.2 D407
compounds mg/L based on analysis of an extract. Refer to CCO

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Other wastes with Wastes containing the following chemicals: D499
inorganic - antimony and its compounds;
chemicals - beryllium and its compounds;
- metal carbonyls;
- copper compounds;
- zinc compounds;
- tellurium and its compounds;
- thallium and its compounds;
- inorganic fluorine compounds excluding calcium
fluoride

E. Reactive Chemical Wastes

Oxidizing agents Includes all wastes that are known to contain oxidizing E501
or reducing agents in concentration that cause the
waste to exhibit any of the following properties:
1. It is normally unstable and readily undergoes violent
change without detonating;
2. It reacts violently with water;
3. It forms potentially explosive mixtures with water;
4. When mixed with eater, it generates toxic gases,
vapor or fumes in a quantity sufficient to present a
danger to human health;

It is a cyanide (CN) or sulfide (S) bearing wastes,

which when exposed to pH conditions between 2 and
12.5 can generate toxic gases, vapors and fumes in a
quantity that poses a danger to human health
Reducing agents Includes all wastes that are known to contain oxidizing E502
or reducing agents in concentration that cause the
waste to exhibit any of the following properties:
1. It is normally unstable and readily undergoes violent
change without detonating;
2. It reacts violently with water;
3. It forms potentially explosive mixtures with water;
4. When mixed with eater, it generates toxic gases,
vapor or fumes in a quantity sufficient to present a
danger to human health;

It is a cyanide (CN) or sulfide (S) bearing wastes,

which when exposed to pH conditions between 2 and
12.5 can
generate toxic gases, vapors and fumes in a quantity
that poses a danger to human health
Explosive and unstable Includes all wastes that are E503
chemicals - capable of detonation or explosive reaction when
subject to a strong initiating source or when heated
under confinement, or
- capable of detonation or explosive decomposition at
a temperature of 20°C and Pressure of 1 atm.

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Highly reactive chemicals Includes all other wastes that exhibit any of the E599
properties described for D501, D502, and D503.

F. Inks/Dyes/Pigments/Paint/Latex/Adhesives/Organic sludge
Aqueous based Includes all aqueous based wastes that also meet one F601
or more of the subcategories
Solvent based Includes all solvent based wastes that also meet one F602
or more of the subcategories
Inorganic pigments Includes all wastewater treatment sludge from the F603
production of inorganic pigments
Ink formulation sludge, caustic washings and sludge or wastewater F610
and sludge from cleaning of tubs and equipment used
in the formulation of ink from pigments, driers, soaps,
and stabilizers containing Chromium and Lead.
Other mixed Includes all aqueous-based wastes that also meet one F699
or more of the subcategories.

G. Waste organic solvent

Halogenated organic Includes the ff. spent halogenated solvents: G703
solvents Tetrachloroethylene, tricholorethylene, methylene
chloride, 1,1,1-trichloroethane, carbon tetrachloride,
chlorobenzene, 1,2,2-Trichloroethane, chlorinated
flouro-carbons if they contain a total of 10% or more
(by volume) of one or more of the above before use; it
also includes all still bottoms from recovery of these
solvents and solvent mixtures.
Non-halogenated organic Includes the ff. non-halogenated solvents: G704
solvents Xylene, acetone, ethyl acetate, ethyl benzene, ethyl
ether, methyl isobutyl ketone, n-butyl alcohol, cyclo-
hexanol, methanol, cresole, cresylic acid,
nitrobenzene,
toluene, carbon disulfide, isobutanol, pyridine,
benzene, 2-ethoxy ethanol and 2 nitropropane and
other non-halogenated organic solvents if they contain
a total of 10% or more (by volume) of one or more of
these
solvents before use; it also includes all still bottoms
from recovery of these solvents and solvent mixtures.

H. Putrescible/Organic Wastes
Animal/abattoir waste Includes all wastes from animal feed lots containing an H801
average of 100 or more animals; All wastes from
commercial slaughter houses that slaughter an
average of 500 or more animals per year;
all waste from poultry farms with an average of 5,000
fowls or more;

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 all waste from facilities that process an average of
2500 fowls or more.

Grease trap wastes from Includes all establishments that H802

industrial generate an average of 50 kg per day
or commercial premises

I. Oil
Waste oils Includes all wastes from establishments that generate, I101
transport or treat more than 200 L of waste oil per day
except vegetable oil and waste tallow

J. Containers
Containers previously toxic chemical substances listed in Classes A, D, E, J201
containing and L, sub-categories M504 and M505, and the
toxic chemical chemicals listed in the Priority Chemical List.
substances Containers that used to contain Polychlorinated
biphenyl (PCB) are categorized as L406 and excluded
from this sub-category.

K. Immobilized Wastes
Solidified wastes and Wastes whose hazardous substances are physically K301
polymerized immobilized by consolidation to reduce the surface
wastes area of the wastes in order to meet the waste
acceptance criteria
Chemically fixed wastes Wastes whose hazardous substances are chemically K302
immobilized through chemical bonds to an immobile
matrix or chemical conversion to meet the waste
acceptance criteria
Encapsulated wastes Wastes whose hazardous substances are physically K303
immobilized by enveloping the waste in a non-porous,
impermeable material in order to store hazardous
wastes until such time that a proper disposal facility is
available.

L. Organic Chemicals
Wastes with specific Non-liquid waste containing the following: L401
nonhalogenated - Tri-butylin
toxic organic chemicals - 1,2-diphenylhydrazine benzene

Ozone depleting Waste chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and halons. L402

substances Recovered coolant containing chlorofluorocarbons
(CFCs) or halons
PCB wastes Wastes contaminated with PCB and waste products L406
containing PCB. Refer to CCO.

M. Miscellaneous Wastes
Pathogenic or infectious Includes pathological wastes (tissues, organs, fetuses, M501
wastes bloods and body fluids), infectious wastes and sharps

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Friable asbestos wastes Wastes containing friable asbestos. Waste blue and M502
brown asbestos fibers. Refer to CCO.
Pharmaceuticals and Expired pharmaceuticals and drugs stocked at M503
drugs producers and retailers’ facilities.
Pesticides Waste pesticides other than M505. Includes all M504
wastewater sludge from production of pesticides other
than those listed in M505.
POPs (Persistent Organic Waste pesticides listed in the Stockholm Convention M505
Pollutants) (POPs Convention) such as aldrin, chlordane, dieldrin,
pesticides endrin, heptachlor, hexachlorobenzene, mirex,
toxaphene, and DDT.

5.2 Exempted Wastes

Description

Garbage from domestic premises and households

Industrial and commercial wastewaters which are disposed of on-site through the sewerage system

Industrial and commercial solid wastes which do not contain hazardous wastes as identified in
Table 4.1

Materials from building demolition except asbestos

Septic tank effluents and associated sullage wastewaters

Untreated spoils from mining, quarrying and excavation works but not materials in the nature of
tailings,

commercially treated materials and mine facility consumables

5.3 Sample DENR format for waste bottle labels

Waste HW Class Please refer to DENR HW Classification below
Information HW Description Please refer to DENR HW Classification below
HW Number Please refer to DENR HW Classification below
Characteristic Indicate if chemical waste is explosive, flammable,
reactive/oxdizing, toxic, corrosive, infectious or
Bottle no
radioactive
(refer to
inventory Form Indicate if chemical waste is in liquid or solid form or
has both solid and liquid components
sheet)
Volume Volume of hazardous waste contained in the bottle
Packaging date Date the container was first filled, created or
recorded into the inventory
Shipping date Date on which the hazardous waste will be removed
from the storage area (Note: this can be left blank for
the meantime)

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 Waste transport Number in the Manifest form assigned by DENR
record number (Note: this can be left blank for the meantime)
Container Capacity Maximum capacity of container
Information Material Material the container is made of (e.g. glass, PET
etc.)
Generator ID Number
Information Name Ateneo de Manila University
Address Katipunan Ave., Loyola Heights, Quezon City
Telephone # (02) 8426 6001 loc 4282, 4284
Fax #
Name of HWMS Name of hazardous waste management supervisor

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