18 Questions
What is the purpose of posters/placards in bio-medical waste segregation?
To provide guidelines for bio-medical waste segregation in all the wards as well as in waste storage areas.
What is the significance of color-coded bins/containers and bags in biomedical waste management?
To ensure proper segregation of biomedical waste at the point of generation.
What is the primary location where biomedical waste should be segregated, and who is responsible for it?
The point of generation, which is the location where wastes initially generate, accumulate and is under the control of doctor/nursing staff etc. who is providing treatment to the patient and in the process generating bio-medical waste.
What is the purpose of pre-treatment of laboratory and highly infectious waste?
To ensure proper treatment and disposal of biomedical waste.
What is the final step in the management of biomedical waste?
Treatment and disposal of biomedical waste through CBWTF or captive facility.
What is the mandatory label required at the entrance of a healthcare facility's central waste collection area?
“Entry for Authorized Personal Only” and Logo of Bio Medical Waste Hazard
What is the primary step in the management of biomedical waste?
Waste segregation in color-coded and barcode-labeled bags/containers at the source of generation.
What is the primary purpose of maintaining a record of waste generated and handed over to authorized recyclers?
To ensure accountability and prevent pilferage of recyclables
What measure should healthcare facilities take to prevent stray animals from entering the premises?
Installing cattle traps at the entrance of the healthcare facility
Why is it essential to engage a pest control agency for regular pest control measures in the central storage area?
To prevent infestation and potential contamination of biomedical waste
What type of facilities must have a captive treatment and disposal system for biomedical waste?
Healthcare facilities with incinerators, autoclaves/microwaves, shredders, etc.
According to the Biomedical Waste Management Rules, 2016, what is the significance of segregating biomedical waste from general waste?
To prevent contamination and ensure proper disposal of biomedical waste
What is the primary responsibility of Health Care Facilities in bio-medical waste management, according to the Biomedical Waste Management Rules, 2016?
The first five steps: Segregation, Collection, pre-treatment, Intramural Transportation, and Storage.
Which rules regulate the disposal of used batteries in health care facilities?
Batteries (Management & Handling) Rules, 2001
What category of waste includes discarded medicines and is regulated by the Biomedical Waste Management Rules, 2016?
Red: Expired or Discarded Medicines
Under which act are radio-active wastes regulated in health care facilities?
Atomic Energy Act, 1962
What is the primary goal of segregating bio-medical waste in health care facilities?
To prevent mixing of hazardous and non-hazardous waste
Which rules regulate the management of chemical waste and chemical liquid waste in health care facilities?
Biomedical Waste Management Rules, 2016
Understand the steps involved in managing bio-medical waste, from segregation and pre-treatment to transportation, storage, and disposal. Learn how to handle laboratory and highly infectious waste safely and effectively. Test your knowledge of the bio-medical waste management process with this quiz.
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