Mixed medical and pharmaceutical waste (16 12 46)* arises from healthcare and pharmacy operations and includes drug residues, contaminated materials, packaging, and diagnostic tools.
Hazardous waste management involves sorting waste by hazard class and placing it in labeled containers.
Handling of hazardous waste means isolating it from the environment and minimizing human exposure.
Environmental servicing of enterprises must include:
- storage audits
- container integrity checks
- reporting to environmental agencies
Storage of hazardous waste should be in sealed, ventilated rooms with spill protection.
Transportation of hazardous waste is carried out by licensed carriers using sealed, labeled containers.
Processing of hazardous waste may involve incineration, autoclaving, or chemical neutralization.
Key risks include:
- spread of infections
- toxic effects of residual drugs
- contamination of water resources
Safe handling of hazardous waste protects healthcare staff, patients, and the environment.
Continuous environmental servicing of enterprises ensures regulatory compliance and workplace safety.