This is the second course in the Waste Management series. In this course we take a look at the elements required for an effective biomedical waste management program.
At the conclusion of this module, learners will be able to define a waste management program and its purpose; list the main elements of a biomedical waste management program; describe segregation, packaging and labelling guidelines for biomedical waste; describe transportation, storage, and holding guidelines for biomedical waste; list special waste management considerations for cytotoxic waste; and, explain the importance of record keeping, regulations, contingency plans, and training related to biomedical waste management program.
Course update April 2019