Waste Management PDF

Infection Control Part IV Waste Management Why do we have to manage waste in the dental environment? 1) To prevent spread of disease (cross contamination) 2)To protect the environment from the damage dental clinical waste products can cause 3)protect the health and safety of the...

Infection Control Part IV Waste Management Why do we have to manage waste in the dental environment? 1) To prevent spread of disease (cross contamination) 2)To protect the environment from the damage dental clinical waste products can cause 3)protect the health and safety of the people who have to handle and manage the waste  Waste and recycling Dental practices should invest in recycling and waste management programs Recycle bins for office paper, non- medical glass, and packaging material should be obtained. Make use of recyclable items Organize the removal of recyclable waste on a weekly basis (at least)  Categories of dental office waste Category: Non-regulated – This is general waste generated in the practice, such as office paper, waste generated due to administrative procedures. Paper should be shredded and placed into recycle bins. Waste generated by staff such a lunch wrappers , paper cups etc Categories of dental office waste Category: Regulated waste – Medical waste: Contaminated waste & Infectious waste This is all the waste generated by the dental professional during any treatment procedure. Such waste is contaminated with blood and or saliva Clinical and contaminated waste should be according to regulation be disposed of in a biohazardous container Sharps disposed of should be placed in a sharps bin  Categories of dental office waste Regulated waste Chemical waste: Hazardous waste Toxic waste Always read the instructions of all chemicals used in the practice and dispose of as according to instructions. Should the label read that the chemical should be collected by a chemical disposal company the chemical should be stored as per instruction and collected on a regular basis by the removal company for safe disposal Contact number and details www.spillte ch.co.za/ 086 100 0366  Clinical waste Includes: – Sharps: needles, scalpels, sutures – Human tissue ( not including teeth) – Blood & blood products – Blood stained disposable material (cotton rolls swabs) International symbol for Biohazardous waste Biohazardous waste containers and removal  Clinical Waste All items soiled with saliva and blood – Gloves – Masks – Paper towels – Gauze – Cotton rolls – Always place all above mentioned in the Biohazard box  Non-compliance? Your medical/clinical waste will end up in general waste fall if not placed in bio hazardous boxes- danger to general public Legislation regarding waste management of medical and clinical waste is available on Customer care: +27 11 323 7300 Sales enquires:+27 87 803 0909 Email: [email protected] Once you open your practice register with interwaste for up to date information on legislation Sharp bin  Qualities of the sharp bin Other useful features of sharps containers include the following A. A fill line indicated on the outside of the container B. Unauthorized withdrawal prevention C. Handles to relocate bin D. A wall bracket and lock to secure the container  What goes into the sharps disposal bin? All used injection needles (after one use) Scalpel blades Suture needles Matrix bands Syringes Orthodontic wires Clinical glass  HOW do I dispose into the sharp bin? Deposit after use into sharps container – Which is made from a rigid impermeable material – The opening is wide at the top but not so wide that hand can go inside container – Never place your hand into the bin – Should never be filled more than ¾ full – Universal color of the container is: Yellow with a – Label: Yellow with black lettering stating: “Contaminated waste” Example of the sharp bin/ container Safe removal of needle wrong re-capping of needles ?X Correct Safe re-capping  Chemical disposal Chemicals to be disposed according to: – Manufacturers guidelines and instructions – Legislation – Always make use of a licensed waste disposal contractor Label : Safe handling of chemicals and cautions  MOVEMENT OF WASTE Manual handling of waste materials shall be minimized. Carts used for carrying waste shall be: Capable of containing the waste Designed to prevent spills; Constructed of materials that permit effective cleaning and disinfection. Waste containers shall be moved only when properly closed. Specific routes for the movement of waste shall be planned in order to minimize its passage through patient care and other clean areas. The compacting of waste destined for landfill sites shall be determined by the individual health care facility in accordance with national, provincial, regional and municipal legislation and regulations  DISPOSAL OF WASTE The health care facility shall dispose of all waste in accordance with national, provincial, regional and municipal regulations and legislation. For further information the HPCSA booklet number 12 can be consulted. Available on the HPCSA website