Laserfiche WebLink
California Body Art Contaminated Waste Disposal <br /> Protocol <br /> In accordance with California Health & Safety Code§§119309(d), 119311(b), and 119314(d &f) <br /> Proper disposal of contaminated or biohazardous waste is required to maintain a safe and compliant <br /> body art facility. <br /> 1 1. Identify Contaminated Waste:Treat any item contaminated with blood or body fluids as <br /> biohazard waste. This includes gauze,wipes, gloves, paper towels, and any disposable item that <br /> has contacted a client's skin. <br /> 2 2. Sharps Disposal: Dispose of all needles, razors, and other sharp items immediately after use <br /> into a puncture-resistant, leak-proof, labeled sharps container with a biohazard symbol. Close and <br /> dispose when the container is three-quarters full through an approved medical waste hauler. <br /> 3 3. Non-Sharps Biohazard Waste: Place all non-sharp contaminated materials in a lined, <br /> leak-proof container labeled 'Biohazardous Waste'or marked with the biohazard symbol. Securely <br /> tie the liner and dispose of through an approved medical waste hauler. <br /> 4 4. Container Requirements: Each procedure and decontamination area must have a lined waste <br /> container. Liners prevent leakage and allow safe removal of waste. <br /> 5 5. Storage and Handling: Keep biohazard containers closed when not in use and store them <br /> separately from clean supplies. Remove and replace liners regularly to prevent overflow or <br /> contamination. <br /> 6 6. Recordkeeping: Maintain documentation of medical waste pickup or disposal through a <br /> registered medical waste hauler as required by your local environmental health department. <br /> This protocol ensures compliance with the California Safe Body Art Act and protects the health and <br /> safety of both clients and practitioners. <br /> Keep this protocol visible in your studio for reference during inspections. <br />