Segregating Medical Waste in a Laboratory Segregating your wastes at the point of generation is one of the most important steps in properly managing your wastes. Following these rules will help to ensure you are not producing undesirable mixtures that may be difficult or expensive to get rid of. Whenever possible, do not combine medical waste with hazardous chemicals or radioactive waste. Separate sharps waste from other medical wastes. Separate pathology wastes from other medical wastes.
Separate chemotherapy wastes from other medical wastes.
See Section K, Radiation Safety Logbook. Back to top 5. As with all laboratory waste, medical waste must be placed in a properly labeled container as soon as it is generated. Follow these steps to safely and legally contain your medical wastes. Keep sharps containers upright and place them near your work area.