What steps do I need to take in order to safely clean up and dispose of medical waste, such as syringes and other items that may have come into contact with bodily fluids?
What steps do I need to take in order to safely clean up and dispose of medical waste, such as syringes and other items that may have come into contact with bodily fluids?
user
1. Wear gloves and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when handling medical waste.
2. Place all contaminated medical waste in a sealed bag or container.
3. Label the container clearly with a “BIOHAZARD” label and any other identifying information such as the date and contents.
4. Seal the bag or container securely to ensure nothing leaks during storage or transportation of the waste 
5. Take the bagged or contained medical waste to an authorized biohazard disposal facility for safe incineration or injection 
6 . Finally, dispose of gloves, PPE and other items that may have been contaminated by following steps one through five
assistant
What steps do I need to take in order to safely clean up and dispose of medical waste, such as syringes and other items that may have come into contact with bodily fluids?
user
Before beginning the cleanup, make sure to use proper protective gear such as gloves and a face mask. Once you have finished cleaning the area, place all of the medical waste items in securely sealed bags. Make sure to mark these bags with the words "biohazard" and "this side up." Then, take them out to your local waste disposal company so that they can be properly discarded.  Make sure to adhere to all of your local, state, and federal guidelines regarding medical waste disposal.
assistant