Contaminated Laundry
"Contaminated laundry" refers to laundry that is soiled with potential infectious material or that may contain sharp objects, such as needles.
It's important to use a properly labeled container for contaminated laundry.
When working with contaminated laundry, the following guidelines should be followed:
- Contaminated laundry should be handled as little as possible.
- Wear gloves when handling contaminated laundry, and place it in labeled, leak-proof bags or containers before transporting it.
- Never take contaminated protective clothing home for laundering, even if it is personal clothing.
- Pick up potentially contaminated broken glassware using mechanical means only, such as tongs, forceps, or brush and dustpan.
- Never use your hands, even if you are wearing gloves.
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10-3. What is a safe work practice when picking up the contaminated glass?
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