Archive for May 2017

HWI is at the forefront of what’s happening, which means Red Bags is, too. When you work with a waste management company, it’s important to check their professional affiliations.  At Red Bags, we are members of the Healthcare Waste Institute (HWI). What does this mean for you? Used needles, blood, tissue samples and contaminated clothing…

Medical waste in developing nations differs greatly from disposal in the United States. Here are the basic facts. Where there is medical care, there is medical waste that will need to be disposed of. Developed countries, like the United States already face unique obstacles when it comes to the volume of waste, whether it’s infectious…

A look at Maryland medical waste requirements. Medical waste handling and disposal in the state of Maryland is handled by the Department of the Environment. Much like other states in the U.S., Maryland defines medical waste as anatomical material, which is human or animal body parts, including tissues and organs, blood and blood-soiled articles, as…

Medical waste on the sidelines? Ringside? Here’s how sports pros should deal with it. What do medical technicians, doctors, and cutmen have in common?  They all care for their patients, except these patients aren’t on the exam table.  In sports like football, hockey, and especially boxing or mixed martial arts, these providers are out on…

A look at Maine medical waste requirements. Maine’s medical waste disposal regulations are managed by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection under the Waste Management Division. The EPA adopted the Biomedical Waste Management Rules in 1989 with an effective date of 1991 and it covers packaging, labeling, handling, storage, transportation, and treatment requirements. The generator…

How does your facility protect workers from medical waste risk? Healthcare workers are exposed to medical waste risks every day. While their primary focus is on taking care of patients and keeping communities healthy, it’s important for these professionals to make sure that their own health and well-being are also a top priority. How can…

A look at Louisiana medical waste requirements. While some states have one governing body regulating medical waste, Louisiana offers three sources for generators of medical waste to refer to for rules, regulations, and protocols. The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals (DHH), and Occupation Safety and Health Agency (OSHA)…