Waste requiring special collection and disposal methods to prevent infection (18 01 03, 18 02 02)* arises in clinics during treatment, vaccination, and laboratory procedures involving contagious patients or biohazards.
Hazardous waste management involves strict separation, labeling, documentation, and traceability from source to disposal.
Handling of hazardous waste includes:
- double-sealed containers
- biohazard labeling
- operator protection and controlled environments
Environmental servicing of enterprises in healthcare must include:
- staff training
- logbooks and waste tracking
- audits and compliance checks
Storage of hazardous waste must occur:
- in refrigeration or containment zones
- with closed access
- with inventory control
Transportation of hazardous waste requires:
- licensed carriers
- sealed, labeled packaging
- pre-defined routes avoiding public exposure
Processing of hazardous waste involves:
- autoclaving
- chemical decontamination
- controlled incineration with emission filtration
Main risks include:
- staff infection
- air or wastewater contamination
- spread of resistant pathogens
Strict handling of hazardous waste is essential for hospital and public safety.
Ongoing environmental servicing of enterprises in healthcare helps prevent biological threats and maintain community health standards.