Infectious Waste

Hypodermic needles and syringes must be handled this way:

1. Avoid recapping needles.
2. Place used needle directly in a puncture resistant container, such as:
   1. A plastic detergent bottle;
   2. An empty bleach bottle;
   3. Any heavy duty plastic container;
   4. Tightly seal the container;
   5. Place in household trash.
3. Never use a glass container for a needle disposal.