DOC-20250224-WA0000..pptx biomedical waste rule

Biomedical waste rule

1. Biomedical waste rule Lis Mary Vincent Roll no:44 43 rd BSc.Nursing

2. Introduction Biomedical waste refers to any waste generated during diagnosis,treatment or immunization of humans and animals as well as research activities related to healthcare.

3. To regulate proper handling , treatment and disposal of biomedical wastes, The Ministry of Environment and Forest has formulated Biomedical Waste Management Rules . These rules apply to the healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics,laboratories, veterinary institutions, and research centres.

4. Purpose of Biomedical Waste Rules Minimization of waste segregation through proper segregation at the source. Safe collection, transportation and disposal of biomedical wastes. Protection of healthcare workers,general public and the environment from hazardous exposure. Implementation of environmentally sound treatment methods such as incineration, autoclaving,chemical disinfection.

5. Key provisions of the rule Applicability The rules apply to Hospitals, nursing homes,clinics, dispensaries. Veterinary institutions, animal houses. Pathological laboratories, blood banks. Medical research facilities and forensic laboratories. Any establishment generating biomedical wastes.

6. Categorization and segregation Biomedical wastes are classified into 4 categories for easy segregation and disposal. Infectious, hazardous, radioactive, sharps.

7. Treatment and disposal Common treatment methods include incineration,autoclaving,chemical disinfection, microwaving and deep burial. All healthcare facilities must either have on-site treatment facilities or tie up with an authorized Common Biomedical Waste Treatment Facility (CBWTF).

8. Authorization and compliance Healthcare facilities generating biomedical waste must obtain authorization from State Pollution Control Board(SPCB). Annual reports and accident reports must be submitted to SPCB.

9. Monitoring and record keeping Facilities must obtain records of waste generation, treatment and disposal The rules mandate barcode tracking to ensure waste is properly managed.

10. Responsibilities of stake holders Healthcare facilities :- Ensure waste segregation, storage,transportation, disposal as per guidelines. Common Biomedical Waste Treatment Facilities (CBWTF) :-Properly handle and treat biomedical waste from multiple facilities. State and Central Pollution Control Boards :-Monitor and enforce compliance .

11. Penalties for non-compliance Violations of BMW rules can lead to fines, cancellation of authorities,or legal action under the Environment Protection Act which may include imprisonment upto 5 years and fines upto 1 lakh

12. Conclusion The Biomedical Waste Management Rules ensure safe disposal , reducing environmental and health risks.Proper segregation, treatment and disposal protect public health , emphasizing responsibility,compliance and sustainability in healthcare waste management.

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