Many of our customers are looking for a simple, cost-effective way to manage their regulated biomedical waste without a contract. This waste is typically generated in hospitals, research laboratories, and physicians’ offices, dental offices, and veterinary offices. At Maine Labpack, we offer comprehensive, no-contract biomedical waste disposal for a variety of generators. We’re here to help you keep your staff safe and your facility in compliance with regulations. Our hazardous material experts arrive on-site, remove your pre-packaged waste, and provide you with containers for future pickups.
Compliance & Regulatory Requirements for Medical Waste
Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) biomedical waste regulations are intended to protect workers in these industries from the risk associated with bloodborne pathogens. The OSHA Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Standard also includes rules specific to certain types of waste generated at healthcare facilities, known as “regulated waste.” Regulated waste includes blood and items contaminated with blood or other potentially infectious materials (OPIM).
Exposure to waste containing human bloodborne pathogens can, in some instances, result in disease.
Common Examples of Regulated Medical Waste
- Liquid or semi-liquid blood or other potentially infectious materials (OPIM).
- Items contaminated with blood or OPIM that release these substances in a liquid or semi-liquid state if compressed.
- Items that are caked with dried blood or OPIM and are capable of releasing these materials during handling.
Contaminated sharps. - Pathological and microbiological wastes containing blood or OPIM.
- Disposal regulations and requirements for biomedical waste vary by state.
Why Choose Maine Labpack for Medical Waste Disposal
- Secure, compliant disposal solutions for all medical waste — from everyday disposables to blood-contaminated materials.
- Proper segregation, bagging, sealing, and labeling in full compliance with regulations to minimize risk to staff and patients.
- Consistent, reliable pickup and transport service to reduce the burden on your facility.
- Comprehensive documentation and manifesting processes to help maintain regulatory compliance.
- Peace of mind, allowing your team to focus on delivering high-quality care while Maine Labpack manages your medical waste disposal.