Proper Disposal of Used Needles and Syringes

Easy Safety And Infection Control Handling Hazardous Materials

You are working in a healthcare facility and are responsible for ensuring the safe handling of hazardous materials. A nurse approaches you with a question about the proper disposal procedure for used needles and syringes. Which of the following actions should you instruct them to take to ensure safety in handling this hazardous material?

Place the used needles and syringes in a regular trash bag.

Recap used needles and dispose of them in the general waste.

Immediately place used needles and syringes in a designated sharps container.

Soak used syringes in disinfectant solution before disposal.

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