Waste Management - Biohazard Protocol Checklist

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Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment

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Ensures proper identification of biohazardous waste and evaluation of associated risks.

Describe potential biohazardous waste streams generated within the facility.

Has a biohazard risk assessment been conducted for waste streams?

Date of last Biohazard Risk Assessment

Estimated volume (in liters) of biohazardous waste generated per week.

Which biohazard categories are present in waste streams?

If 'Other' is selected for biohazard categories, please specify:

Waste Segregation & Collection

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Details procedures for separating biohazardous waste from general waste and proper collection methods.

Waste Type Identification

If 'Other' Selected, Specify Waste Type:

Container Type Used

If 'Other' Selected, Specify Container Type:

Approximate Volume/Weight of Waste Collected (e.g., Liters/Kilograms)

Collection Point Location (e.g., Lab A, Operating Room 2)

Date of Collection

Time of Collection

Was waste properly segregated from general waste?

Container Management & Labeling

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Covers the requirements for appropriate biohazard containers, proper labeling, and maintenance.

Container Type Verification

Container Integrity Check

Label Condition Assessment

Biohazard Symbol Presence

Waste Type Designation

Number of Containers in Use

Photo Documentation of Container Labeling

Storage & Transportation

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Addresses secure storage of biohazardous waste prior to disposal and safe transportation within the facility.

Maximum Storage Time (Days)

Designated Biohazard Waste Storage Area

Container Type for Transport

Detailed Route Description for Transport (from origin to storage)

Date of Last Storage Area Inspection

Condition of Transport Containers (Pre-Use)

Scheduled Transport Time (if applicable)

Signature confirming container integrity during transport.

Disposal Procedures

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Outlines approved methods for the ultimate disposal of biohazardous waste, adhering to regulations.

Approved Disposal Method:

Volume of Waste Disposed (Gallons/Liters):

Disposal Date:

Disposal Time:

Detailed Description of Disposal Process (including any deviations from standard procedure):

Disposal Performed By (Select all that apply):

Proof of Disposal (e.g., Manifest, Certificate of Destruction):

Signature of Person Performing Disposal:

Spill Response & Decontamination

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Defines procedures for handling biohazard spills and ensuring proper decontamination of affected areas.

Spill Severity Level (Minor, Moderate, Major)

Describe the nature of the spill (material, volume, location)

Exact Location of Spill

Describe actions taken to contain the spill immediately.

Decontamination Supplies Used (Check all that apply)

If 'Other' was selected for decontamination supplies, please specify:

Date of Decontamination

Time of Decontamination

Signature of Person Performing Decontamination

Incident Report Number (if applicable)

Training & Competency

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Verifies that personnel handling biohazardous waste have received adequate training and demonstrate competency.

Biohazard Waste Handling Training Modules Completed (Check all that apply)

Date of Last Biohazard Waste Handling Training

Training Score (e.g., from quiz or assessment)

Summary of Training Content Covered (Briefly describe key topics)

Trainer Name/Credentials (Documented proof of qualification)

Proof of Training Certificate (Upload file)

Competency Assessment Passed?

Record Keeping & Documentation

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Covers the necessary records and documentation related to biohazard waste management.

Date of Biohazard Waste Manifest Review

Summary of Training Records Reviewed (e.g., training topics covered, dates)

Copy of Current Biohazard Waste Disposal Contract

Quantity of Biohazardous Waste Generated per Month (approximate)

Waste Disposal Method Used

Details if 'Other' Disposal Method Selected

Date of Last Regulatory Inspection (if applicable)

Summary of any corrective actions taken following inspections/audits

Waste Manifest System Used

Regulatory Compliance & Audits

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Confirms adherence to relevant local, state, and federal regulations and scheduled audits.

Last Audit Date (mm/dd/yyyy)

Next Scheduled Audit Date

Auditing Body/Agency

Summary of Findings from Last Audit

Corrective Actions Required (Based on Audit Findings)

Description of Corrective Actions Taken

Current Regulatory Framework (Select all applicable)

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