The University of Massachusetts Medical Center does not currently charge
sponsored projects directly for hazardous waste disposal and pays for this
service out of overhead money.  However, we are beginning to discuss
implementing a direct charge for this service.  I would be interested to hear
about how other institutions are handling the charges (direct vs. indirect),
what are your rates and what are they based upon, and what are the potential
pitfalls of direct charging.   Any information that you can give me is
greatly appreciated.

Jill Mortali
Office of Sponsored Programs
UMass Medical Center