Medical Waste Disposal Service
Medical waste is broadly classified as any item that comes
into contact with body fluids. Specifically, it is any solid waste that is
generated in the diagnosis, treatment or immunization of humans. Medical
Waste Disposal Service This type of waste was once collected in
special bags and plastic boxes in clinical settings and then disposed of like
normal trash. However, this process was quickly found to spread diseases and
viruses and potentially cause outbreaks.
Today, the red biohazardous containers and bags seen
throughout hospitals and doctors’ offices are used to safely remove sharps,
needles, and IV catheters that contain any human blood or bodily fluid. Medical
waste also includes paper towels, wipes, gloves, syringes without needles,
bandages or dressings with small amounts of dry blood or fluid, and any other
material from medical care. Syringes with needles or sharp objects that can
pierce through a plastic bag require a special storage container for additional
protection.
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