Kendall Healthcare SharpSafety™ Autodrop™ Phlebotomy Container 1 Quart, Red
PRODUCT DETAILS
Kendall Healthcare SharpSafety™ Autodrop™ Phlebotomy Sharps Container fits into present blood drawing trays for the efficient disposal of blood, hypodermic and I.V. needles. This container facilitates temporary and final closures. It features a clear top to monitor fill levels and a container lock to secure for final disposal.
- 1 Quart
- Kendall Phlebotomy Sharps Container is compact in size.
- Allows for disposal of a variety of sharps such as lancets, butterfly tubing and small syringes.
- 100% polypropylene.
- Completely portable, with dual opening lock door.
- Red with a clear top to monitor fill levels.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is a sharps container?
A: A sharps container is a puncture-resistant, leak-proof container used to safely dispose of medical sharps, including needles, lancets, syringes, and scalpels.
Q: Where to buy a sharps container?
A: You can purchase sharps containers online at Diabetics Essentials, as well as at pharmacies, medical supply stores, and some healthcare facilities.
Q: Where to dispose of a sharps container near me?
A: Sharps containers should be disposed of at designated disposal facilities, such as pharmacies, hospitals, hazardous waste sites, or community drop-off locations. Check with your local health department for specific disposal options.
Q: When should sharps containers be emptied?
A: Sharps containers should be disposed of when they are about 3/4 full to prevent overfilling, which increases the risk of needle sticks or contamination.