Sorting

Medical waste disposal starts at the point of creation. Whether a nurse gives an injection, a test is performed or a patient with a trauma is bleeding, waste products are created. When you use a medical waste company like Sanpro, your employees are fully trained to correctly identify and sort your waste. Proper training keeps everyone in your facility safe and ensures that you remain in compliance with New Jersey state laws and Federal guidelines.

Storage

Your team will need to be able to identify the byproducts as hazardous waste and then place them in the appropriate sealed containers for disposal. Your medical waste company can provide you with a comprehensive lineup of containers for storing your byproducts.

Pickup and Transportation

You can’t simply throw medical waste into the back of a car or truck and drive it to the dump; you need to follow the rules for transport outlined by the NJDOT and the EPA. The way that waste is prepared for transport, the amount you take in one trip and even your vehicle need to fully comply with all relevant laws as you transport waste. A medical waste company New Jersey like Sanpro will send a trained technician in an approved vehicle on a regular basis; he or she will pick up your stored waste and take it away, transporting it in full compliance with all laws.

Disposal

If you use a service provider for your NJ medical waste, you never have to worry about this part; each type of waste, from sharps to soiled textiles and expired mediations, will be delivered to the appropriate, approved disposal site. Plastics may be melted down, purified and made ready for reuse, while other items will be incinerated to prevent them from contaminating the environment or posing a risk to people. An autoclave can be used to “cook” other waste items at a very high temperature, killing any bacteria present and allowing the items to be discarded safely.

The Medical Waste Process, Simplified

Sanpro makes the medical waste process easy; from comprehensive employee training to the final disposal of your waste. You never have to worry about compliance or running afoul of New Jersey’s complex and frequently changing medical waste laws when you are a Sanpro client. Contact us to learn how easy it is to handle the waste your facility creates in a fully compliant and affordable way; we’re here to give you peace of mind about the process.

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We’ve complied a list of some of the most common medical waste violations, traps and inadequacies that we at Sanpro Waste make sure to avoid.

Unfortunately, one of the biggest medical waste disposal violations we’ve seen out there is improper employee training. There is a lot to know in the world of medical waste and it takes a lot of dedicated hours from both the employer and employee to ensure that all the information is passed and received.

There are strict regulations that all employees must follow and those are new to the field should be properly and rigorously trained under the Occupational Health and Safety Administration standards. Mishandling of medical waste due to lack of training is a common violation and one that should be eradicated with proper employer training.

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The next violation that occurs is improper management of containers. Simply put, these transgressions include using incorrect containers for waste; incorrect labelling including recording the wrong date or the wrong contents; improper use and handling of containers.

It is of the utmost importance that employees are diligent when it comes to managing medical waste containers by ensuring that they are labelled properly, that they are closed and sealed after use and that containers are inspected for faults.

Another violation we have seen is improper waste segregation. We’ve all been guilty of throwing aluminum in the glass jar bin, or letting some plastic wrap find it’s way into the compost bin but with medical waste disposal, the stakes are much higher. Medical waste can be a dangerous hazard and the problem can be compounded if waste is not properly separated. Again, this comes down to training and ensuring that employees are able to easily identify what hazardous materials are and where they belong.

Medical waste has to eventually leave the facility and this leads us to our next violation, improper transportation. Like every link in the medical waste disposal chain, transportation is just as important as any other step and employers and employees should practice strict diligence when transporting material that is a biohazard.

Transporting medical waste is an are where many violations can occur. Some violations might be a result of a poor job done getting the waste to that point, using faulty containers that are mislabelled for example. In transporting, one might find that the vehicle requirements are not being met, whether it is in temperature control or a failure to properly disinfect the units once they’ve finished their route. Diligent records need also be kept and as with anything humans do, there is a chance for error.

As you can see, medical waste disposal is a serious and somewhat complicated undertaking, and there are many steps along the way where the process could break down. There are government regulations that exist as a strict framework to guide facilities along the way but it truly comes down to a high standard of excellence in training and communication, otherwise, you can expect to have sometimes crippling fines, but all for good reason.

At Sanpro Waste Disposal, we set the bar extremely high and are very proud of the level of professionalism and diligence for which we strive for, and maintain.

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Medical waste can be identified as any item that has come into contact with bodily fluids during the diagnosis, treatment or immunization of a human being. Such items include needles, IV catheters that at one point contained blood or any other bodily fluid, paper towels or wipes, surgical gloves, bandages, and syringes without needles. These items, along with any other object that comes into contact with bodily fluids, are now disposed of using designated plastic containers and bags with a red biohazard warning symbol printed on them. Once these items are stored in the proper containers, they are no longer disposed of with the general trash, but are collected and properly processed by licensed medical waste management companies like Sanpro Waste.

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How is it Safely Processed?

Today, medical waste is sorted, and sterilized by a medical waste company before anything is recycled or disposed of all together. The items designated for disposal or recycling are inserted into an autoclave where air is removed, and then steamed using an incinerator even after they have been sterilized to ensure that no contaminants get spread whatsoever. Once this process is complete, the items can be safely recycled or disposed of without the fear of spreading diseases.

Reliable Waste Disposal with Sanpro

Sanpro Waste Disposal Services are among the best available in the entire country. We are completely up to date with industry standards and regulations, and our convenient service is designed to suit any medical clinic or institution’s schedule or budget. It is our goal to work in tandem with our clients to ensure safe and efficient disposal of medical waste. To learn more about how we can improve your medical waste disposal system, feel free to check out our website, or contact us directly with any questions you may have. We are 100% OSHA compliant and can help your staff members gain their certification to ensure a safe and clean environment exists for all of your patients and employees. Contact us today to find out how we can help you!

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Recycle!

Most of your waste will be clean and ready to recycle. The next time you’re thinking about renovating your waste disposal plan, try separating your recyclables from your non. Recycle paper, clean plastic bags, empty food boxes, and whatever else you can find. Separately package waste that needs a proper disposal facility. Use washable forks, knives, and plates. Have your staff recycle.

Change Your Cleaning Plan

Nursing homes can get dirty, so instead of buying cleaning fluid individually, buy in bulk. Bulk tends to save you more money in the long run. While you’re at it, replace any disposable mops with reusable mopheads.

Organize Your Waste

When it comes to your dirty waste, you should store everything individually to make the process much easier. For example, your sharps can be put in metal containers. This will allow you to keep the sharps secure and ready to dispose. Buying medical waste boxes is easy as well. Just make sure to use duct tape whenever you’re sealing away any medical waste boxes. Keep all waste in a separate room away from any visitors, and have it accessible to staff only.

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Go Paperless!

One of the biggest wastes in any medical facility is paper. Thankfully, there are so many paperless options you can purchase, and most of them will be user-friendly enough for your residents. Replace sign-in sheets with tablets. Have any medical papers ready for e-signing. Look at what paper you use, and see if you have the budget to replace it with something digital. It may cost you, but the amount of waste you’ll be saving pays for itself.

Don’t Forget to Contact Us!

If you’re looking for a facility that specializes in nursing home medical waste removal, or looking for any other kind of waste disposal, contact us. We can give you a free estimate, and we know how much of a struggle it can be to dispose of waste. Just give us a call today, and we can tell you what we offer.

Good luck!

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Thankfully, there are ways you can cut back on waste without damaging the quality of your business. Here’s how.

Separate Your Waste

Did you know most waste from operating rooms are considered clean and recyclable? Yes, more waste is consumed before the surgery than after. Drapes, gowns, sponges, plastic packaging, all of this can be recycled and doesn’t have to be where the hazardous waste is.

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So what do you do? Simply reinvent your waste disposal plan to include separating clean from dirty. Put your waste in medical waste boxes, and put anything recyclable in a bin. You’ll be shocked at the savings!

Reinvent Your Cleaning

If you’re cleaning your facility with disposable mop heads, that’s wasting a lot! Instead, you should be looking at reusable mops to clean your floors. While you’re at it, look at your cleaning solution. If you’re not putting your solution in refillable, 50-gallon barrels, try doing that. This will allow you to save on cleaning disposal.

Look for Ways to Send Your Sharps

If your business isn’t using that many sharps, you may be qualified to send your used sharps to the facility directly. Just contact your waste disposal and see if you qualify. You’ll be surprised at how much you save if you decide to do this. Just remember that bigger businesses may need a more traditional way of disposing of their sharps.

Go Paperless!

Perhaps the biggest cause of waste in a surgery centre has to be paper. Paper is a pain to dispose of, and in an age where everything is becoming paperless, you can save so much if you make the switch. Wherever possible, switch to digital or other paperless alternatives. Replace the sign-in sheet with something digital. Email your patients instead of sending them mail. Look for any replacement you can afford, and you’ll be saving in the long run.

Contact Us!

If you’re still looking for a good medical waste disposal facility, why not contact us for your free estimate? We know how hard it is to run a small, or even a larger, surgery centre, so why not contact us for all your disposal needs?

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Whether you’re have a new dentist office or have been practicing for years, you need to keep budget in mind.

For those who are looking to keep the quality of their equipment high while cutting back other costs, saving on medical waste disposal services is one of the best ways to do so.

Dental Sharps

Common medical waste materials or equipment that may be regulated in various locations include lead foil,X-ray processing chemicals, X-ray film, disinfectants, acid etch, monomers, some adhesives and universal waste materials like: batteries, mercury-containing thermometers, computers and computer monitors, fluorescent light tubes.

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Pharmaceuticals

A dental pharmaceutical can also be difficult to dispose of, if the container has drugs that will be toxic if fallen into the wrong hands. Reducing your medical waste by simply using all of your pharmaceuticals up. That way, there will be no toxic drugs that need special disposal. Medical waste disposal can be annoying, so get rid of as much medical as possible.

If you’re worrying about disposing all your batteries, light bulbs, and lamps whenever they run out, why not seek greener options that will last you longer, and thus reduce your waste.

For all your medical waste disposal needs, whether dentistries or surgical centers, contact us! We can provide you an estimate as to how much it will cost for you to dispose your waste.

Contact Us Today for a free medical waste disposal quote by calling 1-800-941-4390

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