Modifications in the updated Sub Divisional Hospital (SDH) 31 ... - IIMB
Modifications in the updated Sub Divisional Hospital (SDH) 31 ... - IIMB
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emission levels etc. have been def<strong>in</strong>ed <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Bio-Medical Waste (Management &<br />
Handl<strong>in</strong>g) Rules 1998. In case of small hospitals, Jo<strong>in</strong>t facilities for <strong>in</strong>c<strong>in</strong>eration<br />
can be developed depend<strong>in</strong>g upon <strong>the</strong> local policies of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Hospital</strong> and feasibility.<br />
The plastic Bags made of Chlor<strong>in</strong>ated plastics should not be <strong>in</strong>c<strong>in</strong>erated.<br />
8.2.2 Deep burial: Standard for deep burial are also mentioned <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Bio-medical<br />
waste (Management & handl<strong>in</strong>g) Rules 1998 (Schedule V). The cities hav<strong>in</strong>g less<br />
than 5 lakhs population can opt for deep burial for wastes under categories 1 &2.<br />
8.2.3 Autoclave and Microwave Treatment: Standards for <strong>the</strong> autoclav<strong>in</strong>g and<br />
Microwav<strong>in</strong>g are also mentioned <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Bio-medical Waste (Management &<br />
Handl<strong>in</strong>g) Rules 1998 (Schedule-V). All equipments <strong>in</strong>stalled/ shared should meet<br />
<strong>the</strong>se specifications. The waste under category 3,4,6 & 7 can be treated by <strong>the</strong>se<br />
techniques.<br />
8.2.4 Shredd<strong>in</strong>g: The plastics (IV bottle IV sets syr<strong>in</strong>ges, ca<strong>the</strong>ters, etc.) sharps<br />
(needles, blades, glass, etc.) should be shredded but only after chemical<br />
treatment/Microwav<strong>in</strong>g/Autoclav<strong>in</strong>g, ensur<strong>in</strong>g dis<strong>in</strong>fection.<br />
8.2.5 Needles destroyers can be used for disposal of needles directly without chemical<br />
treatment.<br />
8.2.6 Secured landfill: The <strong>in</strong>c<strong>in</strong>erator ash, discarded medic<strong>in</strong>es, cytotoxic substances<br />
and solid chemical waste should be treated by this option (cat. 5,9 & 10).<br />
8.2.7 It may be noted <strong>the</strong>re are multiple options available for disposal of certa<strong>in</strong><br />
category of waste. The <strong>in</strong>dividual hospital can choose <strong>the</strong> best option depend<strong>in</strong>g<br />
upon treatment facilities available.<br />
8.2.8 Radioactive Waste: The management of <strong>the</strong> radioactive waste should be<br />
undertaken as per <strong>the</strong> guidel<strong>in</strong>es of BARC.<br />
8.2.9 Liquid (Cat.8)& Chemical Waste (Cat.10):<br />
Chemical waste & liquid waste from Laboratory: Suitable treatment,<br />
dilution or 1% hypochlorite solution as required shall be given before<br />
disposal.<br />
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