- An extra-large (17-gallon) sharps collector designed for the safe, compliant, and efficient disposal of medical sharps, such as needles, syringes, and scalpels and is frequently used in high-volume settings like hospitals, operating rooms, laboratories, and clinics
Uses
- Medical Waste Disposal:
- Designed for the containment of hazardous, infectious sharps including needles, syringes, IV sets, and blood tubes
- High-Volume Areas:
- Suitable for operating rooms, emergency departments, trauma units, and, dialysis centers
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Used to meet OSHA, Joint Commission, and DOT standards for medical waste containment
Features
- Large Capacity:
- Holds 17 gallons (64.4 liters), reducing the frequency of container changes
- Secure Design:
- Features a gasketed, clear, hinged lid that provides a leak-proof seal and allows for visual inspection of the fill level
- Safety Locks:
- Incorporates Visual, Audible, Tactile (VAT) perimeter locks to ensure the lid is securely attached and to provide tamper resistance
- Durable Construction:
- Made of sturdy polypropylene, designed to be puncture-resistant
- Compatibility:
- Compatible with BD wall mounts and trolley systems for, stability and mobility
- Dimensions:
- Approximately 20.4 in x 14.7 in x 23.5 in
Benefits
- Enhanced Safety:
- Protects healthcare workers and patients from bloodborne pathogens by reducing exposure risks
- Efficiency:
- The large, 17-gallon capacity minimizes labor and time spent on frequently changing smaller containers
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Helps facilities maintain compliance with DOT and OSHA regulations
- Tamper Resistance:
- The secure locking lid prevents unauthorized access and accidental spillage
- Versatility:
- Suitable for a variety of large, bulky sharps waste
