TRAINING/OTHER > Overview

The ability of personnel to manage hazardous waste can have a lot to do with the quality and quantity of the training that they receive. It is common for medical institutions to generate chemicals (developer/fixer waste, amalgam waste, radiographic x-rays, photochemicals, film processing, scrap film, discarded imaging films, fixer solutions and outdated chemicals) that may potentially be classified as a hazardous waste. An effective training programme does not have to consume a great deal of time, but it does need to be comprehensive enough to cover topics such as Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005 and other legislation. Relevant information is provided both here and in the expanded section of this activity area of the EVC.

Whether or not personnel training requirements apply to your department depends on the quantity of hazardous wastes generated per month. Even if not required by law, best practice training can play a vital role in effectively managing waste. Many organisations will combine different EH&S training sessions to minimise the amount of time employees are "away" from their job responsibilities. Continue on through the expanded section to learn more about training requirements.