Methods of Control: Contaminated Wastes

Biohazard Labeled Bags

  • Put contaminated wastes which do not have the potential to puncture in a red or orange leakproof biohazard labeled bag.
  • If the external surface of this bag is contaminated, place it within a secondary leakproof bag.
  • Always hold full waste bags away from your body to prevent an injury by a protruding sharp.

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