Disposal of laser systems or components should adhere to the following guidelines.
The steps are listed in order of preference on ways to dispose of a laser:
Step 1: Contact EH&S LSP Group
To discuss decommissioning plans, email lasersafety@ehs.ucla.edu.
Step 2: Trade-In
Trade the obsolete laser to the new laser supplier/manufacturer.
Step 3: Transfer or Sell it to another Research Group
Campus departments can advertise their excess and surplus property (ESP) free of charge on the UCLA Dollar Saver site. Advertisements will appear for one month only, but can be renewed for another month with a written request.
https://www.purchasing.ucla.edu/purchasing/equipment-management/buying-selling-surplus-property
Step 4: Return to the Manufacturer
Contact the Laser Manufacturer to see if they will take it back for disposal.
Some manufacturers will accept old lasers for recycling value or just as a service to users.
Step 5: UCLA’s e-waste recycling programs
http://www.sustain.ucla.edu/universal-waste/
Electronics and Appliances (E-Waste) Submit a Facilities Service Request (FSR) for pick-up
To Submit an FSR please visit http://www.fsr.admin.ucla.edu
