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What is Biohazard Red Bag Waste?

Waste is something that we all make and for those in medical facilities and other facilities that create what is considered to be hazardous waste, special disposal is needed. Though most homes only make domestic waste, there are some facilities and some homes that may create what is considered hazardous waste. So, what is red bag waste?

What is Biohazard Red Bag Waste? 

A red bag is also called a biohazard bag and it is used to contain waste that does have to be sanitized apart from the waste that is normally disposed of. This waste is often considered to be hazardous because it is potentially infectious to those that touch it or come in contact with it. This is a dangerous thing, this waste has to be disposed of separately from other wastes so that you can make sure it is not going to be dangerous. This helps to ensure that you are not going to potentially expose other people to the waste. 

This is a very serious thing especially if you work in a medical facility. You do have to have a biohazard bag to dispose of waste that is very infectious and that needs to be carefully handled. This could be things like sheets that have blood or other bodily fluids on them, paper with waste on it, bandages, and more. These solids are going to have to be sanitized after the fact before they can be disposed of. 

Do You Need a Biohazard Bag? 

If you are an average person, a biohazard red bag waste bag is not something that you are going to have or that you are going to need on hand. According to the WHO, the total amount of waste that is generated by health care, 85% is non-hazardous. This means that the other 15% is of a hazardous nature and must be disposed of as such. 

Taking the time to make sure you are disposing of waste properly is a must. You do need to make sure that you are making certain all waste is taken care of so that everyone that comes in contact with the waste is safe and secure.

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