My clinical laboratory generates a lot of medical waste, how do I properly handle and dispose of it?
user
Handling and disposing of clinical laboratory medical waste is a complex process that must adhere to local, state, and federal guidelines. Under no circumstances should medical waste be placed in the trash or sink drain; instead, it must be processed through an autoclave or steam sterilizing machine and then placed in sealed plastic containers before being taken to an authorized medical waste facility for proper disposal. The staff at the facility should always be consulted for instructions on how to properly handle and package the waste.
assistant
My clinical laboratory generates a lot of medical waste, how do I properly handle and dispose of it?
user
Handle all medical waste as if it were contaminated with an infectious agent. Medical waste should be placed in sealed containers and disposed of regularly through a contracted waste removal service. Someone from your clinical laboratory must ensure that the medical waste is picked up by the removal service on a regular basis according to local and state regulations.
assistant
My clinical laboratory generates a lot of medical waste, how do I properly handle and dispose of it?