Disposal is part of the job
Removing contaminated materials is only half of biohazard remediation. Those materials then have to be packaged, transported and disposed of under the rules that apply. Blood-soaked carpet, sharps, decomposition-affected furnishings and other contaminated items may be regulated medical waste depending on the state and the setting. Mishandled waste can expose sanitation workers and the public, and can create liability for the property owner.
What we coordinate
- Classification. Separating regulated medical waste, sharps, general construction debris and household items.
- Packaging. Leak-resistant, labeled containers and bags for regulated waste, and puncture-resistant containers for sharps.
- Transport through permitted transporters where state rules require them.
- Treatment and disposal at permitted facilities.
- Records. Manifests or disposal documentation where required, kept with your project file.
Why rules vary
Regulated medical waste is governed mainly at the state level, typically by environmental or health agencies. OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard covers labeling and handling for workers, and the U.S. Department of Transportation regulates transport of certain materials. Household-generated waste is often treated differently from waste generated by a business or a remediation contractor. We follow the requirements for the state and setting of your project.
Large-volume projects
Hoarding cleanups, contaminated property remediation and decomposition cases can generate large volumes. Separating regulated waste from general debris keeps disposal costs proportionate, because not everything removed from a site is regulated medical waste.
For facilities
Healthcare facilities, labs and other routine generators of medical waste should have their own contracted medical waste service. Our coordination applies to waste from remediation projects and incidents, not routine operations.
Common questions
Can contaminated carpet go in a dumpster?
It depends on the contamination and the state rules. Material saturated with blood or other potentially infectious material is often handled as regulated waste. We'll tell you what applies.
Do I get disposal records?
Yes, where the disposal path generates them. They're included with your project documentation.