Overview
Proper waste management protects staff patients and the environment and ensures regulatory compliance.
Core items
Sharps containers;Biohazard bags;Pharmaceutical waste containers;Cytotoxic waste bins;General waste bins;Spill kits
Segregation and labeling
Use color coded containers label contents and follow local regulations for transport and disposal
Training and documentation
Train staff on waste streams maintain pickup schedules and document disposal records for audits