PRESTON’S MEDICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT: PROTECTING PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Although modern practices, regulations, and laws recognize the importance of proper medical waste disposal, this was not always the case. In fact, up until the mid-1960s, the disposal of medical waste was largely unregulated. Imagine a world in which medical waste from every doctor’s office, dentist’s office, hospital, clinic, veterinary office, funeral home, and care facility was never addressed.

Unless you work in the health care or medical industries, medical waste probably isn’t something you think about. However, improper medical waste disposal can pose potential risks for everyone, not just health care workers or medical professionals. Pathogens and toxic pollutants from the improper disposal of medical waste can be released and spread into the surrounding environment, leading to the contamination of drinking, surface, and ground waters. Additionally, medical waste dumped into poorly constructed landfills can result in pollution that negatively impacts land and wildlife.

Waste or by-products that may be contaminated by blood, body fluids, or other potentially infectious material is considered medical waste. Management and disposal of this potentially hazardous material should not be treated lightly. Good waste management practices are essential for keeping employees, the population, and the environment safe.

Preston’s Medical Waste Management is southern Utah’s only locally-owned medical waste disposal company. Protecting people and the environment from the risks associated with biohazardous medical waste is at the heart of what they do. This includes:

• Medical, infectious, and lab waste pick up and disposal

• Biohazard and sharps removal

• Expired prescriptions and pharmaceuticals disposal

• On-site document shredding in compliance with all HIPPA, GLB, and FACTA regulations

• Online training programs to educate health care providers in the proper management and handling of health care waste.

No matter where in southern Utah your business is located, there are specific regulations to follow when it comes to the storage and pickup of medical waste. At Preston’s, their goal is to provide you with convenient and easy options for your medical waste products, allowing you to remain compliant with all federal, state, and local laws.

For more information about medical waste disposal or to discuss how Preston’s Medical Waste Management can be of service to your office or business, please call (435) 688-1987.