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ta ose ply's Medical Center A,,,,1.1 (AW The level of risks are driven by the magnitude of consequences and are associated with the volume, concentration, inherent physical and chemical/radiological properties of the specific substances involved, and handling practices and knowledge of the user. Potentially high-risk areas within the facility include the Clinical & Pathological Laboratories, Plant Operations, Environmental Services, Central Processing, Materials Management, Oncology, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and Pharmacy. Each of these departments has its own very specific policy on hazardous materials management. PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION. The successful implementation of this program is dependent upon the integration of multi- disciplinary functions and management systems that relate to the proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials and wastes, and includes aspects of public health and environmental protection. These program components and processes are defined and managed through a series of facility and departmental policies and procedures monitored by the EC/Safety Committee. The Hazardous Materials and Waste Management Program includes these important functions: • Establishing and implementing processes for selecting, handling, storing, transporting, using, and disposing of hazardous materials and waste from the point of receipt to final disposal (cradle to grave). Including the management of chemical wastes, chemotheraputic waste, radioactive waste, and regulated medical or infectious wastes, including sharps, universal wastes, and pharmaceutical wastes. • Develop and maintain a written management plan describing the processes it implements to effectively manage hazardous materials and waste. • Create and maintain an inventory that identifies hazardous materials and waste used, stored, or generated using criteria consistent with applicable law and regulation (for example, the Environmental Protection Agency [EPA] and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA]). • Provide adequate and appropriate space and equipment for safely handling and storing hazardous materials and waste. • Monitor and dispose of hazardous gases and vapors. • Identify and implement emergency procedures that include the specific precautions, procedures, and protective equipment used during hazardous materials and waste spills or exposures. • Maintain documentation, including required permits, licenses, and adherence to other regulations. • Maintain required manifests for handling hazardous materials and waste. • Properly labels hazardous materials and waste. • Effectively separates hazardous materials and waste storage and processing areas from other areas of the facility. simc 4 Revised 1110