Contaminated waste receptacle

Definition

A device designed as a container to allow the safe deposit, collection and storage of contaminated and/or otherwise hazardous biological materials; this can be waste products containing or having been in contact with, e.g., human blood, sputum, urine, faeces; it is not intended for in vitro diagnostic purposes. This container consists of a metal and/or hard plastic structure and is typically lined with a disposable liner. It will usually have a lid that self-closes and will be identified with a contaminated material symbol on its labelling. The contents will be sent to disposal usually by incineration. This is a reusable device.

GUDID devices

30

Last updated

2023-07-28 08:51:10