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(� Page 4 of 9 <br /> Lastly,1 don't care how much money we lose if we can't recycle the hamper bags because they are contaminated with medical waste or other trash. We <br /> must comply with the contract we signed with Streamline and SuperLink,and all federal,state and local regulations. If we continue down this path,I can <br /> assure you that the penalties we incur will exceed the program benefits,and the balers will be removed from all locations. <br /> i <br /> Thank you, <br /> Liz <br /> I <br /> I <br /> On 30 April 2014 21:09,Obiesili Aniakudosi.aniakudo r(7r svneravhealthole.com>wrote: <br /> So who is going to work with our current plastics receiver to see if they will still accept the bags with the logos on them given nothing else will change in our practice? <br /> j Does anyone have any idea on how much we stand to lose in$per plant for additional waste disposal and loss of recycling rev if we are unable to convince thein to <br /> purchase the bags? <br /> i <br /> n28 April 2014 09:34,Marinela Cebic<marinela.cebicgsvnerevhealthplc.com>wrote: <br /> Matt, <br /> As per previous phone conversation,OSHA doesn't state that biohazard bags can or cannot be recycled.This needs to be checked with our recycling vendor and <br /> mutually signed agreement.The final decision,based on regulations compliance with OSHA and DOT,is that we need to use red bags or bags labeled with <br /> biohazard symbol. <br /> Kind Regards, <br /> Mannela Cebic <br /> Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs Manager <br /> Synergy Health <br /> 401 E.Jackson Street Suite 3100 <br /> Tampa <br /> FL <br /> 33602 <br /> United States of America <br /> www.synerayhealthpic.com <br /> t:+1-813-792-6314 1 m:+1813-625-2306 <br /> e:marinela.cebic().synergvhealthole.com <br /> syn ealth <br /> Iw..�.xawNnsaw�a <br /> On Mon,Apr 28,2014 at 8:18 AM,Matthew Russo<matthew.russo(r�svnerg by ealth 1p c.com>wrote: <br /> Marinela, <br /> i <br /> I still read from the following statement that we do not need to change anything on existing bags: <br /> i <br /> "in a facility that utilizes universal precautions in the handling of all soiled laundry,alternative labeling or color-coding is sufficient if it permits all employees to recognize the <br /> containers as requiring compliance with universal precautions." <br /> I <br /> If corporate is going to change labeling anyway,corporate RA/QA must advise us on whether or not we can continue to recycle green bags. Please provide us with your guidance. <br /> Regards, <br /> Matt <br /> On 28 April 2014 08:04,Marinela Cebic<tnarinela.cebic cni svnerevhealthnle.com>wrote: <br /> Matt/Travis: <br /> Below listed is a summary of EPA's response: <br /> f <br /> Potential Hazard <br /> ' I I <br /> Contaminated Laundry as outlined in the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard definitions Section b as:laundry which has been soiled with blood or other <br /> !, potentially infectious material or may contain sharps. <br /> Potential Hazard <br /> Exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials through contaminated laundry that was improperly labeled,or handled. <br /> I <br /> Possible Solutions <br /> i <br /> Follow the procedures outlined in the Bloodbome Pathogens Standard,29 CFR 1910.1030(d)(4)(iv)handling contaminated laundry such as: <br /> . Handle contaminated laundry as little as possible with minimal agitation. <br /> i . Bag contaminated laundry at the location of use.Do not sort or rinse laundry at the location where it was used[29 CFR 1910.1030(d)(4)(iv)(A)(1)]. <br /> . Place wet contaminated laundry in leak-proof,and color-coded or labeled containers,at the location where it was used[29 CFR 1910.1030(d)(4)(iv)(A) <br /> (2)] <br /> . Whenever contaminated laundry is wet and presents a reasonable likelihood of soak-through of or leakage from the bag or container,the laundry shall be <br /> 5/7/2014 <br />