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How to Handle Medical Waste

How to Handle Medical Waste

Medical waste can be dangerous. After all, it is one of the most unpredictable types of hazardous waste.

Medical waste can be dangerous. After all, it is one of the most unpredictable types of hazardous waste. Since you are never sure what you are dealing with, you must proceed with extreme caution

Involve Local Authorities 

One of the most important steps is to get in touch with local authorities. Waste management and disposal may be one of the primary functions of your facility, but you shouldn’t have to do it alone. Reach out to organizations in your community and work with the authorities around your building who can help, especially if you might need first responders to be on-site as quickly as possible

Contact the Experts 

The next step is to contact the experts. Here at AEG Environmental, we are more than happy to provide any assistance that you might need. As the best in the business, you can rest assured that you will get excellent results. All licensing issues will be taken care of, and you won’t need to worry about staying in compliance with both state and federal laws as well. 

Acquire More Information 

Getting as much information as possible will make the process easier. There are several different types of medical waste. Infectious waste, biohazardous waste, and expired pharmaceuticals can all present a risk to your workers and the environment around them. That’s why it is a good idea to proceed with caution. After all, many different emergencies can happen if medical waste is mishandled. The research you carry out will also make an extraordinary difference. During the process of finding, decontaminating, and disposing of all medical waste that you are responsible for will require the strictest safety measures being put in place wherever the work is scheduled to begin. 

Contain All Sharps

Sharps are another danger that your workers will have to be aware of when they are working on medical waste. Two of the most common types of sharps you can find are called lancets and syringes. Even the smallest needles can spread illness and other diseases and cause painful injuries. Your priority should be to keep everyone safe!

 

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No matter what kind of environmental issue you may have, AEG Environmental can help. We handle every situation with care, dedication, and a commitment to exemplary customer service. When you have an emergency, you can rely on us! Need training? We can handle that too! We train in a wide variety of environmental management areas so that your company can remain compliant with EPA, DOT, and OSHA. Make sure to check out our blog for the latest and greatest in the waste management world! You should also follow us on social media for updates.

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