Laserfiche WebLink
' EDOCT 2 6 2017 <br /> ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH <br /> DEPARTMENT <br /> HOSPITAL - ANNUAL REFRESHER HOSPITAL - ANNUAL REFRESHER <br /> WASTE MANAGEMENT <br /> WASTE MANAGEMENT <br /> Why does it matter what container medical waste goes into? What do you do if you identify improperly disposed medical waste? <br /> NOT all medical waste is BURNED via incineration ! As an example, if you find biohazardous waste in the regular trash bin , remember this : <br /> Proper collection and segregation of medical waste ensures proper treatment prior to disposal in a landfill. ❑ ISOLATE the waste container <br /> Do not attempt to remove or touch the medical waste. <br /> ❑ REPORT the incident to your supervisor. <br /> The following wastes are treated by The following wastes are treated by <br /> STEAM STERILIZATION : INCINERATION : <br /> Biohazardous Waste Commingled Waste ✓ Supervisors should contact the EH&S or EVS Manager for further guidance <br /> Sharps Pathology Waste <br /> Infectious Laboratory Waste Trace Chemotherapy Waste ✓ EVS will properly manage entire contents of the bin as medical waste . <br /> Pharmaceutical Waste <br /> EC.02.01.01 EC.02.02.01 <br /> C1 Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. ® Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. <br />