Proper disposal and handling of biomedical waste are crucial to prevent health and environmental risks. This book presents comprehensive guidelines on biomedical waste management in healthcare facilities. It explains classification, segregation, collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal methods. Legal standards, color-coded systems, and staff training protocols are detailed. It also addresses needle-stick injuries, chemical waste, and environmental safety practices. The book equips healthcare workers with the knowledge to manage clinical waste safely and compliantly.
Tao Li is an environmental health advocate with a focus on biomedical waste handling and regulatory compliance. His career includes both policy development and field audits for waste segregation systems. He regularly collaborates with healthcare facilities to implement waste reduction strategies and improve staff training. His research touches on sustainable disposal practices, infection control through waste management, and environmental impacts of clinical operations. His teaching incorporates risk communication and emergency protocols for biohazard incidents.