Becton Dickinson Home Sharps Container for Insulin Syringes and Pen Needles, 1.4 Quart,
PRODUCT DETAILS
Becton Dickinson Home Sharps Container is designed to hold both insulin syringes and pen needles. It is a leak-proof and puncture-resistant container for safe, convenient disposal of used sharps. Additionally, it has a permanently locking, snap-top lid and holds 70 to 100 insulin syringes or 300 pen needles depending on their size.
Features and Benefits
- 1-2/5 Quart, 1.4 qt.
- Designed for Insulin Syringes and Pen Needles.
- Permanently locking snap-top lid.
- Leak Resistant.
- Puncture Resistant.
Please note: The container is made for disposal of insulin syringes and pen needles only. Other types of syringes do not fit.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is a sharps container?
A: A sharps container is a puncture-resistant, leak-proof container used to safely dispose of medical sharps, including needles, lancets, syringes, and scalpels.
Q: Where to buy a sharps container?
A: You can purchase sharps containers online at Medicinal Supplies, as well as at pharmacies, medical supply stores, and some healthcare facilities.
Q: Where to dispose of a sharps container near me?
A: Sharps containers should be disposed of at designated disposal facilities, such as pharmacies, hospitals, hazardous waste sites, or community drop-off locations. Check with your local health department for specific disposal options.
Q: When should sharps containers be emptied?
A: Sharps containers should be disposed of when they are about 3/4 full to prevent overfilling, which increases the risk of needle sticks or contamination.