§ 10.20.240. Hazardous, pathogenic and radioactive waste.

A.

Hazardous waste. All Hazardous waste shall be disposed of by the entity generating such waste under such methods and conditions as shall be approved by the director. Any such entity may apply for a special permit as a private collector or may dispose of hazardous waste by licensed private collectors.

B.

Pathogenic and radioactive waste.

1.

All pathogenic and radioactive waste shall be disposed of by the entity generating such waste under such conditions as shall be approved by the metropolitan health department and the state department of environment and conservation.

2.

All pathological waste from physician's clinics, dental clinics, blood banks and medical or microbiological laboratories shall be separated from other waste and placed in durable disposable bags that can be tied and sealed when full. The bags shall be stored in metal containers with tight-fitting lids while in the process of being filled. Containers shall be adequately labeled and kept in places restricted from access by the public. Needles shall be separated from disposable syringes by breaking them off at the hub immediately after use. These materials shall only be placed at the collection point on the day they are to be collected. Storage, collection and disposal of pathological waste shall be in accordance with regulations of the metropolitan health department and the state department of environment and conservation.

(Ord. BL2010-718 § 1, 2010)