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Decontamination and disposal services for lab equipment

The Unity Lab Services team supports the full lifecycle of lab equipment by offering comprehensive decontamination and disposal services.

Our solutions incorporate validated decontamination methods (e.g., vaporized hydrogen peroxide, chlorine dioxide, and advanced disinfection technologies) alongside thorough documentation and processes to align with GxP, ISO, EPA, and OSHA standards. From risk assessment and protocol development to execution, final disposal, and certification, we provide a single point of accountability to support safe, efficient, and audit-ready outcomes.

Service stage

Decontamination

Decontamination & disposal

1. Planning and safety

  • Risk and contaminant assessment
  • Development of tailored, risk-based protocols
  • Defined decontamination strategy
  • Safety controls (PPE, containment)

  • Hazard assessment and disposal planning
  • Regulatory coordination
  • Safety controls (PPE, containment)

2. Core execution

  • Application of validated and fit-for-purpose decontamination methods (e.g., VHP, chlorine dioxide where applicable)
  • Full surface and key component treatment

  • Pre-disposal decontamination
  • Safe disconnection, dismantling, and removal

3. Verification

  • Confirm decontamination effectiveness (e.g., chemical and/or biological indicators)
  • Certification that the cabinet meets defined decontamination criteria for handling or reuse

  • Verification of contamination effectiveness for equipment and surrounding environment

4. Compliance and certification

  • Alignment with applicable GxP/ISO standards
  • Certification and testing as required

  • Compliance with disposal regulations (EPA, OSHA, and local requirements)

5. Waste management

  • N/A (covered under disposal if required)

  • Packaging, transport, and certified disposal
  • Safe handling of hazardous components (e.g., filters)

6. Documentation

  • Detailed decontamination reports

  • Decontamination and disposal records and documentation
  • Final clearance certification