The Essential Guide to Medical Waste Management: Best Practices and Compliance
Medical waste management is a critical aspect of healthcare facilities, as it directly impacts the safety and well-being of patients, staff, and the environment. For example, dangerous pathogens can spread without proper handling and disposal of medical waste, leading to infections and other health hazards. This blog post will provide an essential guide to medical […]
Trace vs. Bulk Chemotherapy Waste – What’s The Difference?
Chemotherapy waste is a unique form of medical waste that requires special disposal measures, as these substances have the potential to harm humans and the environment if not handled correctly. It can be challenging for medical centers, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities to determine how to dispose of chemotherapy drugs safely and efficiently. In this […]
Things to Consider When Selecting a Medical Waste Management Company
When it comes to medical waste, there are many things to consider when selecting the right medical waste management company. Not only do you have to make sure they comply with all applicable laws and regulations, but you also need to ensure that they provide quality services for a fair price. It is crucial to […]
Proper Sharps Disposal – Everything You Need To Know
Sharps disposal is an important element of healthcare waste management. Sharps are medical items that can pose serious risks to health and safety if not properly handled and disposed of. Whether you’re managing a healthcare facility, physician’s office, dental practice, or veterinary clinic, it’s essential to ensure sharps containers are in the right place, with […]
Medical Waste Disposal: It’s Not Just for Healthcare Facilities
Medical waste management is essential for any business that deals with medical materials, whether they are a healthcare facility or not. Businesses like tattoo parlors, dermatology offices, veterinary clinics, and even beauty salons need to have processes in place for managing their medical waste safely and responsibly. Failing to do so can be severe, leading […]
How To Properly Dispose of Chemotherapy Waste?
Chemotherapy is one of the most common treatments for cancer, and it often involves using hazardous materials that must be handled with caution. When these materials are no longer needed, proper disposal of chemotherapy waste is necessary to protect people’s health and the environment. Knowing how to dispose of chemotherapy waste safely can help reduce […]
Pharmaceutical Waste: What You Need to Know
When managing and disposing of medical materials, it’s important to understand the different types of waste that require specialized handling. Pharmaceutical waste is a broad category encompassing expired, unused, split or contaminated products as well as items used in their handling. It can be classified as either hazardous (RCRA) or non-hazardous (Non-RCRA). Properly separating these […]
The Risks of Improper Medical Waste Disposal
When it comes to medical waste, there is no such thing as being too careful. Improper disposal of medical waste can lead to serious consequences, including the spread of infection and disease. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the risks of improper medical waste disposal and what you can do to ensure […]
How Can Ozone Treatment Turn Healthcare Waste Into Fuel?
When it comes to healthcare waste, many people are unaware of the dangers it poses. Not only is it a biohazard, but it can also contain harmful chemicals and pollutants. Traditional sanitizing and shredding processes create waste which is safe to deposit in landfills. Increasingly another option has emerged which is using sanitized and processed medical […]
When To Call A Medical Waste Management Service
AMS Med Waste is a company that provides medical waste disposal and management services. We are here to give you the information you need to understand our services. We will highlight three hypothetical situations where reliable medical waste disposal and management services would be required. Each situation will be explained in detail, giving you […]
