Editorial - (2021) Volume 0, Issue 0
Louis John*
Department of Genetic Engineering, University of Michigan, Michigan, USA
Received Date: May 01, 2021; Accepted Date: May 14, 2021; Published Date: May 22, 2021
Citation: John L (2021) Management in the Arena of Health Systems Becomes an Important Subject. Health Sys Policy Res Vol.8 No.5:2.
Hospital waste management means the management of waste produced by the hospitals using different kinds of techniques that will check the spread of diseases. Before going towards understanding the concept of proper HWM, first let’s take a look on the concept of waste hierarchy/Waste management hierarchy [WMH].
In WMH we move from more desirable method at the top towards least desirable method at the base.WMH includes different methods such as reuse, reduce and recycle. The main focus of this concept is that the waste should be minimized or tackled at the source rather than going towards the solutions after the problem begins/happens.
Different kinds of hazardous waste are generated from hospitals. Mismanagement of these wastes can results in environmental and human health risks. Hence, proper HWM is very substantial.
As the poor management practices regarding hospital waste leads to health and environmental risks, so proper hospital.
Waste transportation: Transportation of the waste from the site of origin/collection to temporary storage area is the next step in HWM. Waste should be transported by designated trolley, through the designated route according to the time schedule given by the specific management authority. There should be separate corridors/lift in hospitals to carry and transport the waste. Transportation should be done in sealed container and also ensure for leakage. The vehicles should be cleaned and disinfected daily with an appropriate disinfectant.
Waste collection: During waste collection, different types of hospital wastes should be collected separately. Centralized sanitation staffs should collect the waste and collectors must wear protective materials. Content of the container should not exceed three quarter of its capacity. The bag that is used for hospital waste collection, tie their neck tightly. Avoid throwing, dragging over the floor or holding the bottom of the containers. Garbage bin should be cleaned and disinfected regularly.
Waste storage: Waste store will be a room /area/building within the health care facility depending upon the quantity and quality of waste production and frequency of the waste collection. Storage area should be inaccessible to animals, insects and birds and it should not be situated near the water bodies, fresh food stores or food preparation areas. Normally, waste should not be stored more than 24 hours.
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