Title: Dispose of hazardous materials.
Course: Veterinary Science I (18105-I) > Section: Performing Maintenance Functions

Disposal should include

- wearing required PPE
- identification of hazardous materials and their potential dangers
- following OSHA guidelines for disposing of hazardous materials, including emptying containers.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the meaning of the term SDS? Why is an SDS important?
- Why should one never reuse a container that once contained a hazardous material?
- What types of hazardous materials are commonly encountered in veterinary work? How is each hazardous to workers?
- What constitutes regulated medical in a veterinary facility?

Teacher Resource:

- "Youth@Work-Talking Safety Curriculum for Virginia," The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), OSHA (https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/talkingsafety/states/va/2015-161/default.html)