What is a Chemical Waste Satellite Accumulation Area?
A Chemical Waste Satellite Accumulation Area (CWSAA) is the area where chemical wastes are stored prior to EHS collection. The CWSAA must be at or near the point where the waste is created (e.g., within the laboratory). This area can be a small section of a chemical hood, bench top, cabinet or any combination depending on storage requirements. Certain requirements must be met to maintain this designation. More information can be found at the Chemical Waste Satellite Accumulation Area Signs page of the EHS website.
