Free Compost Available
The front gate is always open so people can go in anytime. The matter is in a pile in front of the Compost Facility (number 85 on this map South Campus Map.pdf ). If you have any questions, please contact Dr Barry Irving on his cell phone at(780) 220-1142. Please feel free to disburse this information to your neighbours.
Disclosure of Hazards of Handling Organic Material from Dr. Barry Irving, APO/Manager Research Stations
Disclosure of Hazards of Handling Organic Material from Dr. Barry Irving, APO/Manager Research Stations
Welcome to the Edmonton Research Station, University of Alberta. The purpose of this note is to advise you of the cautions you need to take when handling and using organic material obtained from ERS.
All the organic material obtained from ERS originates from a manure base from our livestock operations. We blend manure from dairy, swine, poultry, beef and sheep with woodchips and shavings to initiate our compost process. The blended organic material is then aged and turned according to generally accepted methods. Although we test the final product to satisfy our own requirements for disposal we cannot guarantee the safety of the product beyond our boundaries.
If you are taking organic material from the ERS you should be aware that it is derived from a livestock manure base and you should be prepared to handle and use it accordingly.
We are recommending that anyone taking organic material from the ERS should follow good personal hygiene practices during and after handling. At a minimum this should entail protective clothing that are washed frequently and washing your hands with a disinfectant soap immediately after handling the material. Of course, you will be ultimately responsible for the decisions you make in relation to handling and using organic material from the ERS and should structure your activities accordingly. Your own personal situation might require a higher level of personal hygiene and we leave that up to you to determine.
The organic material you are receiving is also high in nutrients and should be mixed with soil to dilute it for plant growth. Again, you will need to use your own discretion in mixing as you will reap the eventual benefits.
Thanks again for your interest in organic material from the Edmonton Research Station, University of Alberta.
All the organic material obtained from ERS originates from a manure base from our livestock operations. We blend manure from dairy, swine, poultry, beef and sheep with woodchips and shavings to initiate our compost process. The blended organic material is then aged and turned according to generally accepted methods. Although we test the final product to satisfy our own requirements for disposal we cannot guarantee the safety of the product beyond our boundaries.
If you are taking organic material from the ERS you should be aware that it is derived from a livestock manure base and you should be prepared to handle and use it accordingly.
We are recommending that anyone taking organic material from the ERS should follow good personal hygiene practices during and after handling. At a minimum this should entail protective clothing that are washed frequently and washing your hands with a disinfectant soap immediately after handling the material. Of course, you will be ultimately responsible for the decisions you make in relation to handling and using organic material from the ERS and should structure your activities accordingly. Your own personal situation might require a higher level of personal hygiene and we leave that up to you to determine.
The organic material you are receiving is also high in nutrients and should be mixed with soil to dilute it for plant growth. Again, you will need to use your own discretion in mixing as you will reap the eventual benefits.
Thanks again for your interest in organic material from the Edmonton Research Station, University of Alberta.