N.J. Admin. Code § 7:26-3A.12

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 19, October 7, 2024

Section 7:26-3A.12 - Storage of regulated medical waste prior to transport, treatment, destruction, or disposal

(a) Any person who stores regulated medical waste prior to treatment or disposal on-site (for example, interment, treatment and destruction, or incineration), or transport off-site, shall comply with the following storage requirements:

1. Store the regulated medical waste in a manner and location that maintains the integrity of the packaging and provides protection from water, rain and wind;

2. Maintain the regulated medical waste in a nonputrescent state, using refrigeration when necessary;

3. Lock the outdoor storage areas containing regulated medical waste (for example, dumpsters, sheds, tractor trailers, or other storage areas) to prevent unauthorized access;

4. Limit access to on-site storage areas to authorized employees; and

5. Store the regulated medical waste in a manner that affords protection from animals and does not provide a breeding place or a food source for insects and rodents.

(b) The storage period for regulated medical waste is limited as follows:

1. Regulated medical waste shall be disposed of immediately if it becomes putrescent or emits any odors;

2. All regulated medical waste shall be disposed of within one year of the date of generation, or sooner as determined by the generator, except that:

i. The storage period may exceed one year for regulated medical wastes that must be stored for longer periods to provide for the decay of radioactive materials in accordance with applicable Federal or State statutes and regulations.

(c) Any container that is being used to accumulate or store sharps shall be secured so that the contents are not accessible to any unauthorized person.

N.J. Admin. Code § 7:26-3A.12

Amended by R.1996 d.578, effective 12/16/1996.
See: 28 New Jersey Register 2114(a), 28 New Jersey Register 5248(a)
Added (b) and (c).
Petition for Rulemaking: Notice of Receipt of and Action on a Petition for Rulemaking.
See: 29 New Jersey Register 2481(a), 29 New Jersey Register 2570(a).