Waste Wise: Laboratory Waste Management & Disposal

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Continuing Education Credits

P.A.C.E.® Contact Hours: hour(s)

Florida Board of Clinical Laboratory Science CE Credit Hours

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Objectives

  • Identify common types of waste generated in the clinical laboratory.
  • Differentiate appropriate disposal methods for biological, sharps, chemical, radioactive, and general waste.
  • Apply safe practices for segregating, containing, and handling laboratory waste.
  • Recognize regulatory requirements that influence laboratory waste management.
  • Explain how proper waste disposal contributes to laboratory safety and environmental protection.

Course Outline

  • Waste Wise: Laboratory Waste Management & Disposal
    • Course Description
    • Understanding Laboratory Waste
    • Segregate Waste at the Point of Generation
    • Safe Sharps Disposal
    • Biological Waste
    • Chemical Waste
    • Radioactive Waste
    • Containers and Labels Matter
    • Regulatory Considerations
    • Common Waste Disposal Mistakes
    • Key Takeaways
    • Conclusion
    • What is the best time to segregate laboratory waste into the appropriate waste stream?
    • What should you do if you are unsure how to dispose of a laboratory chemical?
    • References

Additional Information

This is a mini course designed to enhance learning and reinforce existing knowledge. It does not provide continuing education (CE) credit. The purpose of this course is to support ongoing professional development and review.