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INFECTIOUS SHARPS STERILIZATION PROCEDURE <br /> -POLICY: <br /> All sharps are to be rendered non-infectious by sterilizing <br /> them in the special plastic container made for that purpose. <br /> PROCEDURE: <br /> Place container with lid closed in autoclave and sterilize at <br /> a temperature of 250F for one half hour . Heat sensitive tape <br /> shall be placed on the container prior to autoclaving to <br /> indicate the attainment of adequate sterilization. <br /> Document date and temperature in log. <br /> The container is now considered "non-infectious" and can be <br /> placed with the regular waste for removal . <br /> Lkl <br />