Guidelines of sharps disposal Copy
You must follow the following guidelines:
- They must be disposed of at the point of use into an approved container.
- All sharps bins should have the name of the person who assembled it and the date of assembly on the label. The same applies for the person closing full bins.
- Sharpsu2019 are needles, blades (such as scalpels) and other medical instruments that are necessary for carrying out healthcare work and could cause an injury by cutting or pricking the skin.
- Use the temporary closure mechanism on the top of the bin when it is not being used, to prevent spillages if the bin is toppled over.
- Always keep bins above floor level to prevent children from reaching them.
- Store bins securely out of sight and reach of other people who may be present. If workers are transporting sharps by car, these should be kept in the car boot.
- Do not pass sharps from one hand to the other.
- Do not handle sharps more than is essential.
- Do not put protective covering back on needles.
- Do not bend or break needles.
- Do not separate needles or syringes before disposal.