What is the best way to dispose a large amount of medical waste in an environmentally friendly way?
What is the best way to dispose a large amount of medical waste in an environmentally friendly way?
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Large amounts of medical waste should be placed in sealed bags and containers and sent to an approved medical waste disposal facility. There are specialized companies that provide this service and some public health departments that can give advice on proper disposal. Some medical wastage can also be put into categories for donations, such as used bandages, expired drugs etc., which could be given to organizations like Red Cross or Habitat for Humanity.
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What is the best way to dispose a large amount of medical waste in an environmentally friendly way?
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One of the best ways to dispose of large amounts of medical waste in an environmentally friendly way is to use autoclavable biohazard bags, which can then be used for thermal disinfection in an industrial autoclave. This process sterilizes and disintegrates the contents while reducing the volume by about 90%. The bagged waste can also be incinerated, which releases temperatures high enough to break down any organic material inside while not releasing noxious substances into the atmosphere. In some cases, medical waste may be able to go into a regular landfill, but it is always best to check local regulations before doing so.
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