If you run a healthcare facility of any kind, then you will need a safe and reliable way to dispose of your medical waste. This kind of waste includes things like blood, body tissues, medication, used needles, and other hazardous materials, so it can’t be thrown into an ordinary trash can. Our team at Sunbelt Medical Services has extensive experience in healthcare waste disposal, and we have put together this article to go over some of the key things you should look for when choosing this kind of service.
- Commitment to Safety – The first thing you should look for when choosing a team to handle your healthcare waste disposal is a commitment to safety. You need a team who will take care when handling all medical waste safely, using the appropriate protective equipment and taking the time to ensure the containers do not open or spill for any reason.
- Knowledge of Regulations – You should also make sure your candidates for healthcare waste disposal services have a thorough knowledge of the regulations that govern the storage, transportation, and disposal of medical waste. For example, pharmaceutical waste (leftover medications and drugs) must be stored in a separate container from the other medical waste. Our team has extensive experience in this industry, and we are extremely knowledgeable about the regulations and best practices for medical waste disposal.
You can count on us to keep you and your team compliant with all regulations and keep you safe from all possible hazardous materials.