What should be done with biohazardous waste?

Biohazardous waste requires careful handling to prevent exposure and ensure safety for both people and the environment. The correct action for disposing of biohazardous waste is to place it in a designated biohazardous waste bin. These bins are specifically designed to contain materials that may be infectious, toxic, or otherwise hazardous. They are typically color-coded and marked with the biohazard symbol, ensuring that the waste is easily identifiable and managed according to regulatory standards.

Using the proper disposal method helps to protect healthcare workers, patients, and the community from potential harm. It also facilitates proper waste management procedures for later treatment or incineration, effectively minimizing environmental impact. The other disposal options, such as composting, placing waste in regular trash, or leaving it in a convenient place, do not comply with safety protocols and can pose serious health risks.