Reminder: Complete Mandatory Proper Waste Disposal Training by March 31

At UC Davis Health, maintaining safety, sustainability, and compliance is a top priority.

To reinforce proper waste disposal practices and prevent risks to public health, the environment, and workplace safety, all employees are required to complete the Proper Waste Disposal training.

Key Details:

• Deadline to complete training: March 31, 2025
• How to Access: An email was distributed from hs-safety@uc-davis.edu on Dec.18 with a link to the training. Additionally, the training can be accessed by visiting the UC Learning Center.
  

Why this matters:
Improper disposal of medical waste, such as biohazardous materials, sharps, or protected health information (PHI), can result in serious health, environmental, and legal risks. Adhering to waste management guidelines ensures that UC Davis Health continues to set the standard for safety and sustainability.

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What You Can Do:

• Complete the training as soon as possible.
• Share this reminder with your team.
• Follow proper waste disposal policies in your daily work. 

For questions or additional support, contact HS-safety@ucdavis.edu. Let's work together to keep UC Davis Health a leader in responsible waste management.