Trace ChemotherAPY wASTE Handling & dISPOSAL
Handling Trace Chemotherapy waste safely on site:
“Trace Chemotherapy” waste includes chemotherapy drug containers (vials, bottles, other packaging) containing less than 3% of their original volume and items contaminated with chemotherapy drugs, such as empty IV bags and tubing, syringes, gowns, gloves, sheets and pads.
Even “sharps” used in chemotherapy procedures must be disposed of separately in a chemo waste container.
Chemo waste should be contained in a USDOT approved, labeled, rigid, leak-proof, puncture-resistant yellow container and labeled "Trace Chemotherapy Waste,""Chemo," or "Incinerate Only"
Included:
One of our certified technicians will make a medical waste service stop at your business location, according to your scheduled service frequency specified in your Medical Waste Service Agreement.
DOT approved and compliantly labelled medical waste containers must be used for all Regulated medical waste to ensure DOT transportation compliance.
All customers will also have access to their own online portal to log in and see all service manifests and upcoming service calendar. On-line training, in a wide variety of medical and medical waste-related subjects, including Bloodborne Pathogens, can also be economically added to all Precision Biowaste Services Medical Waste Service Agreements.
Incinerable Waste Pricing:
Medical waste requiring incineration or high-heat destruction, such as pharmaceutical, trace chemotherapy and pathology waste are all priced at $2.95 per pound. Replacement containers are the responsibility of the customer, outside of special arrangements.
If you'd like to inquire about getting your Trace Chemotherapy waste picked up, please complete the form with a few details about your pickup needs. We'll review your message and get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you!