Ophthalmic Waste Disposal for Eye Clinics
Compliant ophthalmic waste disposal is critical to protect both patients and employees at medical facilities. A medical waste management plan for eye clinics should focus on properly handling, storing, and disposing of items specific to ophthalmology settings. These items can include sharps, contaminated disposables, and potential biohazards. Here’s an overview of ophthalmic healthcare waste and […]
How to Safely Dispose of Pharmaceutical Waste
Proper pharmaceutical waste disposal is crucial for protecting public health and the environment. TriHaz Solutions, a leader in pharmaceutical waste disposal, is committed to providing safe and effective disposal methods. This type of waste includes sharps and items that may have come in contact with pharmaceuticals such as gloves or tubing. In this article, we […]
Defining and Identifying Medical Waste Streams
Are you properly segregating your medical waste? Your medical facility produces several types of waste streams, and you need a full understanding of what goes into each category to make sure they’re handled properly. Regulated medical waste is a catch-all term that covers the items that fall under federal and state disposal regulations. Some regions […]
Large Quantity Generators (LQGs) and Hazardous Pharmaceutical Waste
The management requirements for hazardous waste at your facility depend on the amount of waste generated each month. To address potential risks and ensure appropriate management, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established generator categories under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations. These categories include Large Quantity Generator (LQG), Small Quantity Generator (SQG), and […]
VSQGs and Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals Under Subpart P
Periodic purge shredding is a minimum standard component of medical records management. Learn about state and government regulations for medical records.
Non-hazardous Pharmaceutical Waste Disposal
Periodic purge shredding is a minimum standard component of medical records management. Learn about state and government regulations for medical records.
Managing Pharmaceuticals: Clean Out Expired Meds
Periodic purge shredding is a minimum standard component of medical records management. Learn about state and government regulations for medical records.
Why You Need a Pharmaceutical Waste Certificate of Destruction and Manifest
A pharmaceutical waste certificate of destruction and manifest allow you to track your pharma waste and ensure that it has been disposed of properly.
Why Trace Chemotherapy Waste Requires Incineration
Discover critical facts about trace chemotherapy waste, the potential dangers of this non-hazardous medical waste, and why it requires incineration.
Chemotherapy Waste Disposal: Is Your Cancer Treatment Center Compliant?
Chemotherapy waste disposal is governed by strict guidelines and regulations. Learn how to keep your Alabama or Tennessee cancer treatment center compliant.