Proper Disposal of Biohazardous Material
Biohazardous materials are defined as any solid or liquid waste that poses serious threat of transmitting infection to humans. The proper disposal of biohazardous material requires rigorous and clear labeling, proper storage techniques that segregate the waste from all other waste and finally, incineration. Luckily, red biohazardous waste bags and plastic bins are readily available and proper disposal is relatively easy.
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Things You'll Need
- Red biohazardous waste bag
- Red biohazardous sharps plastic box
- Puncture resistant gloves
- Goggles
- Face mask
- Permanent marker
- Apron
- Disinfectant
- Antiseptic soap
- Disposable scrub pad
Instructions
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Equip a pair of puncture resistant gloves, face mask, goggles and an apron to protect yourself from the harmful material.
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Collect all liquids and contaminated items that will not puncture through a thick plastic bag inside the red biohazardous waste bag. Label the bag by describing the contents as accurately, with as much detail, as possible on the bag with a permanent marker.
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Place all sharp biohazardous objects like a needle or broken glass inside a red plastic sharps container marked with the biohazardous symbol. Label the container by describing the contents as accurately as possible with a permanent maker.
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Disinfect any contaminated surfaces by thoroughly scrubbing the area with a disposable scrub pad and liquid disinfectant. Dispose of the gloves, face mask, apron and scrub pad. Wash your hands thoroughly with antiseptic soap.
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Take the collected biohazardous material to a local waste management facility equipped to incinerate or autoclave the waste properly.
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Tips & Warnings
If any liquid or contaminated material makes contact with your clothing wash it immediately or dispose of it properly to avoid further contamination.
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