Reusable Biological Waste Containers
Medical waste requires careful handling to avoid contamination. Disposing of medical waste in a secure medical waste container protects personnel from coming into contact with infectious materials. Sharps, biohazardous materials, cytotoxic materials, and pharmaceuticals are all types of medical waste that require proper waste management.
At Bondtech, we offer medical waste bins from 18 to 200-gallon sizes. They are long-lasting with chemical resistance and puncture-proof construction for holding sharps.
The Functions of Medical Waste Containers
Medical waste containers are essential to healthcare facilities, tattoo parlors, and veterinary clinics. Sharps, biohazardous waste, and materials contaminated with bodily fluid require disposal in medical waste containers to prevent accidental contact with staff and patients. Typical waste bins do not have the security and labeling to meet the demands of medical waste disposal.
Medical waste containers are color-coded to make identification and disposal simple:
- Red waste containers. For biohazardous waste and sharps
- Blue waste containers. For non-RCRA pharmaceutical waste such as antibiotics
- Yellow waste containers. For chemotherapy waste
- Black waste containers. For P-listed drugs and other RCRA-regulated hazardous materials
Items such as diapers, soiled linens, cardboard packaging, and trash should not be disposed of in medical waste containers.
Sharps Waste
Sharps waste includes sharp medical instruments like blades, needles, and syringes that require secure disposal in the correct container even if they are unused. There are four categories of sharps: biohazardous, radioactive, chemically contaminated, and non-contaminated. Each sharps container must carry a label for strict observation by law.
Sharps require particular care because they can penetrate the gloves and the skin of staff and patients, risking harmful contamination. The labeling and unique design of sharps containers prevent staff from being cut or pricked while disposing of sharps waste. Sharps are often picked up by a third party specializing in their disposal. Once picked up, reusable sharps can be professionally sterilized and disposable sharps are safely destroyed.
Sharps Waste Containers
Sharps waste containers prevent staff and patients from being cut or pricked by sharp waste. They must be closed, leak-proof, puncture-proof, and clearly labeled to limit potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens like HIV, HCV, HBV, and many others that could spread due to improper contact with contaminated sharps. It is important to not fill sharps containers past the fill line to prevent accidental sticking.
Sharps waste containers may be reusable after sterilization or disposable after a single-use. There are varieties made for heavy use in healthcare facilities and light-duty use in household settings.
Pharmaceutical Waste Containers
Pharmaceutical waste results from dispensing and administering drugs. Pharmacies, hospitals, and clinics generate large amounts of pharmaceutical waste. Categories of pharmaceutical waste include:
- Hazardous drug waste. Hazardous drug waste consists of potentially deadly or harmful drugs that require disposal under strict control.
- Controlled drug waste. Controlled drug waste has abusive or addictive properties and is regulated by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). It requires collection by a waste management company that meets DEA regulations for auditing, consolidating, packing, and transporting.
- Non-controlled prescription drug waste. This type of pharmaceutical drug waste can cause harm if administered incorrectly and must be incinerated at a medical disposal facility in certain states.
- Over-the-counter drug waste. Over-the-counter drug waste should be disposed of in pharmaceutical waste containers to prevent contamination of water and landfills.
Bondtech for Medical Waste and Sharps Containers
Medical waste and sharps containers are essential for all healthcare facilities to reduce contamination and prevent the spread of bloodborne pathogens.
At Bondtech, we offer a comprehensive product line of medical waste and sharps containers made from high-quality materials for optimal protection. To learn more about our products, contact us or request a quote today.
18 Gallon
- Meets all D.O.T. Regulations
- Stackable, Easy to Handle
- Custom Hot-Stamping Available
- Dimension 18.9″W x 18.9″D x 15.25″ H
- Durable Design, Resistant to Leaks and Punctures
- Nesting Bins and Lids
- Snap Fit Lid
- Injection Molded Handles for Manual Handling
- Made of high density polyethylene
21 Gallon
- Meets all D.O.T. Regulations
- Plastic Hinged Lid
- Stackable, Easy to Handle
- Custom Hot-Stamping Available
- Dimension 27.25″W x 18.25″D x 13.5″ H
- Injection Molded Grip Handles
- Raised Lip to Ensure Secure Stacking
28 Gallon
- Meets all D.O.T. Regulations
- Stackable, Easy to Handle
- Custom Hot-Stamping Available
- Dimension 18.9″W x 18.9″D x 22.9″ H
- Durable Design, Resistant to Leaks and Punctures
- Nesting Bins and Lids
- Snap Fit Lid
- Injection Molded Handles for Manual Handling
- Made of high density polyethylene
38 Gallon
- Meets all D.O.T. Regulations
- Stackable, Easy to Handle
- Custom Hot-Stamping Available
- Dimension 18.9″W x 18.9″D x 32.5″ H
- Durable Design, Resistant to Leaks and Punctures
- Nesting Bins and Lids
- Snap Fit Lid
- Injection Molded Handles for Manual Handling
- Made of high density polyethylene
39 Gallon
- Meets all D.O.T. Regulations
- Easy to Handle, Durable Design
- Custom Hot-Stamping Available
- Dimension 29″W x 22.5″D x 24.5″ H
- Durable Design, Resistant to Leaks and Punctures
- Injection Molded Grip Handles
- Raised Lip to Ensure Secure Stacking
96 Gallon Schaefer ™
- Meets all D.O.T. Regulations
- Stackable, Slim Line Design, Easy Handling
- Custom Hot-Stamping Available
- Dimension 24″W x 35″D x 43″ H
- 8″ Rubber Wheels Standard, Addtional Sizes Available
- Roto-Lock for Tamper Proofing
- Exclusive 96 Gallon Schaefer™ Container on the Market
- Made of high density polyethylene
200 Gallon Schaefer ™
- Meets all D.O.T. Regulations
- 4″ Rubber Wheels Standard, Addtional Sizes Available
- Custom Hot-Stamping Available
- Useful for Large Volumes of Waste
- Leak-proof, Tamper-proof, Puncture Resistant, Spill-Proof, Reinforced
- Ideal for using one container per floor
- Exclusive 200 Gallon Schaefer™ Container on the Market
- Made of high density polyethylene