Kendall SharpStar In-Room™ Sharps Container with Counter-Balanced Lid, 5 Quart, Transparent Red
PRODUCT DETAILS
Kendall SharpStar™ In-Room™ Sharps Container with Counter-Balanced Lid, 5 Quart, is a reliable solution for the safe disposal of sharps in medical facilities, clinics, and homes. The container is engineered with controls to prevent overfilling and limit accidental or intentional access to the container contents. The compact size and sleek design make it suitable for use in patient rooms, exam rooms, and other healthcare settings where space is limited.
Features and Benefits
- Forced horizontal drop
- Counter-balanced door
- Anti-kickback feature
- Shuts off when full
- "FULL" sign
- Locking tabs on top of lid
- Molded handles
- Nestable
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Cardinal Health
- Brand: Kendall
- Capacity: 5 Quart
- Color: Transparent Red
- MPN: 8507SA
What is a sharps container?
Needles, syringes, injection devices, and lancets are all examples of medical instruments referred to as "sharps." A sharps container is a specially designed container used for the safe disposal of these medical sharp objects used in healthcare or home settings. They are designed with puncture-resistant walls and a secure lid to prevent accidental needlesticks and spillage.
Why is it important to properly dispose of used sharps?
By providing a secure and designated disposal method, sharps containers help minimize the risk of injury and infection transmission associated with improper disposal of sharp medical waste. Sharps are considered biohazard waste which means they must be handled and thrown out separately from household trash.
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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.