1. BIOHAZARD RED BAG WASTE
Blood/blood products and body fluids containing blood – Examples:
Items that could release blood or liquid when compressed i.e., Saturated dressings, lap pads, gowns, sponges and drapes
Bulk blood or body fluids containing blood; i.e., suction canisters, etc.
Containers, tubes, catheters with fluid blood, blood products, tubing w/ blood
Microbiology specimens, used culture plates, etc.
Pathology specimens and placentas
Spill clean-up items
Filled/Closed sharps containers