SHARPS CONTAINER, 4 l, plastic, s.u.
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SHARPS CONTAINER, plastic, disposable
Definition
A single use plastic container used for the safe deposit and collection of biologically or chemically contaminated used sharps; this includes (long) needles, lancets, scalpel blades, cannulae. This container is puncture resistant, leak-proof, and closable. It is disposed of when filled to the recommended level, according to the facilities' instructions.
Specifications
Quality standards
Technical specifications
- Rigid plastic: the solidity allows them to withstand perforations, leaks and impacts due to falls
- Cylindrical model for the SINSCONT03P and SINSCONT2P-
- Useful capacity:
- 0.3 - 0.6 l (SINSCONT03P)
- 1 to 2 l (SINSCONT2P-)
- 4 l (SINSCONT4P-)
- Anti-reflux system: protects against overturning in the event of accidental tilting of the collector and against unauthorized removal of soiled objects.
- Sharps waste aperture with:
- Temporary safety closure between eliminations or during transport
- Tamper-proof closing
- Uncoupling notches for Luer
- Solid handle allowing easy transportation
- Marking on lateral sides:
- pictorial instructions for use
- logo + manufacturer's name and address
- international bio-hazard symbol
- horizontal mark indicating the maximum fill line which is between 75 and 85% of the maximal volume
Packaging & Labelling
Unit packaging
Instructions for use
Context of use
For mass immunization campaigns, the 15 litres Safety Sharps box accommodating larger waste volumes is preferred.
In non-emergency situations, MSF recommends to use reusable sharps waste containers (see related articles below).
This container is not suitable for contaminated medical waste (compresses...).
Waste management
SINSCONT03P and SINSCONT2P-
Once filled, the containers must be disposed of in the sharps pit, or incinerated in a specialized medical waste incineration plant with automatic loading and offloading systems
SINSCONT4P-
Once filled, the containers must be burnt with additional combustibles (like wood) in a Safety Box Reducer if not containing glass, or incinerated in a specialised medical waste incineration plant with automatic loading and offloading systems.
If these automatic systems are not available, special care and precautions must be taken. Contact your water & sanitation / environmental health technical referent at headquarter.