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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 104Pt. 14Ch. 2§ 117645 Medical Waste Container Definition

§ 117645 Medical Waste Container Definition

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§ 117645 Medical Waste Container Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •Medical waste must be put in a strong, rigid container before moving it.
  • •This container is used to store or treat the waste safely.
  • •The rule has been in place since 1996.

Example

A hospital throws away used needles and bandages.

They must put these items in a strong, hard container before taking them away to be stored or cleaned. This keeps everyone safe from getting hurt or sick.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 117645 Medical Waste Container Definition

“Container” means the rigid container in which the medical waste is placed prior to transporting for purposes of storage or treatment. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

Containermedical wastestoragetreatment

Related Statutes

  • § 101080 Hazardous Waste Health Emergency
  • § 117640 Medical Waste Storage Rules
  • § 117690 Medical Waste Definition
  • § 117700 Medical Waste Exclusions
  • § 117725 Medical Waste Treatment Facilities

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 117645.
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