Potentially Biohazardous Waste
It is of the utmost importance that infectious waste be safely contained.
Potentially infectious material must be properly labeled and stored.
- Infectious waste should be placed in specially designed containers constructed to contain the contents.
- The containers need to be leak-proof, labeled or color coded, and closed prior to removal to prevent spills.
- If a container is leaking, place it in a secondary leak-proof container.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
10-2. Infectious waste should be _____.
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