- An eco-friendly, high-capacity container designed specifically for the safe disposal of needles and syringes in clinical settings
Uses
- Patient Room Disposal:
- Ideal for high-traffic healthcare environments where regular venipuncture and medication injections occur
- Infectious Waste Management:
- Designed for the collection of sharps contaminated with infectious substances
- Diverse Item Collection:
- The 3-gallon size and wide opening accommodate all syringe sizes with needles attached and small IV bags (50mL–250mL)
Features
- 3-Gallon Capacity:
- Large-volume base measuring 13.5" L x 6" W x 15.9" H
- Sustainability-Driven:
- Part of the Recykleen line, constructed with a minimum of 20% recycled plastic to reduce landfill waste
- Counterbalanced Door:
- Features a hands-free horizontal entry lid that automatically rotates to drop sharps and then returns to a closed position
- Security Mechanisms:
- Includes Visual, Audible, and Tactile (VAT) perimeter locks for secure final closure and is compatible with BD locking cabinets
- Monitoring & Transport:
- Equipped with clear windows for visible fill-level monitoring and sturdy handles designed for safe transport
Benefits
- Environmental Impact:
- Using recycled resins supports facility sustainability goals without compromising the stringent performance standards of virgin plastic
- Injury Reduction:
- The counterbalanced door facilitates hands-free disposal, which significantly lowers the risk of accidental needlestick injuries
- Tamper Resistance:
- The "mailbox-style" lid design blocks hand access to the contents, preventing the unauthorized removal of disposed sharps
- Stability & Mobility:
- Fully compatible with BD Recykleen trolleys, providing a stable base that can be easily moved within a facility
