Medical and Biohazardous Waste: Compliance Definition and Why It Matters

Every day, medical facilities worldwide generate a vast amount of hazardous waste. This waste must be disposed of safely and responsibly, and that’s where compliance comes into play. Compliance is a set of regulations designed to ensure the safe disposal of medical waste and biohazards to protect the public and the environment. The medical waste and biohazard…

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What Is A Biohazard?

Biohazardous waste, also known as infectious waste (such as blood, body fluids, and human cell lines), is defined as a type of waste contaminated with potentially infectious agents or other materials that are deemed as a threat to public health or the environment. This article will explain everything you need to know about biohazards, including…

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How to Dispose of Medical Waste

Medical waste must first go through a sterilization process before being disposed of. This applies to waste that cannot be recycled, like gauze or needles, that must be made sanitary and non-hazardous. The process of disposing of medical waste is typically done by using an autoclave, which uses steam to sterilize equipment and other objects.…

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