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OSHA (1986). OSHA Instruction PUB 8-1.1, Appendix A: Work practice guidelines for personnel dealing with cytotoxic (antineoplastic) drugs. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

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6.4 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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NFPA (1975). Fire protection guide on hazardous materials. Boston, MA: National Fire Protection Association.

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Stoner DL, Smathers JB, et al. (1982). Engineering a safe hospital environment. New York, NY: John Wiley and Sons.

Tchobanoglous TE (1977). Solid wastes. New York, NY: McGraw Hill.

U.S. Department of Commerce (1974). Recommended methods of reduction, neutralization, recovery, or disposal of hazardous wastes. 16 Volumes. Washington, DC: The Department, NTIS Publication No. PB 224-79.