Overview

Hazardous materials are any item or agent — biological, chemical, radiological or physical — that has the potential to cause harm to humans, animals or the environment, either by itself or through interaction with other factors.

Key points

• RUET’s Policy on Hazardous Waste DisposalRUET’s commitment to the safe disposal of hazardous materials is set out in the SDG 12 — Responsible Consumption and Production section of the RUET SDG Policy and Action Framework (SDG 1–17), prepared by the RUET SDG Policy…
• Hazardous Waste Disposal ProcessThe policy sets out a clear process that every unit must follow from the point where hazardous waste is generated to its final disposal.

Conclusion

Through the SDG 12 section of its SDG Policy and Action Framework, RUET has a clear policy on the disposal of hazardous materials. The policy requires chemical, biological and electronic waste to be prevented where possible, collected separately, recorded, and disposed of only through authorised handlers in line with national rules, supported by awareness, monitoring, enforcement and a three-year review cycle.