Patent ID: 6953127

Claim:
A rapid deploy containment device adapted to receive and retain hazardous waste, the containment device being convertible between an erect open configuration and a collapsed compact configuration, the containment device in the erect open configuration forming a receptacle region, the containment device comprising: a plurality of rods, each rod comprising a first end, a second end, and an intermediate portion, wherein the intermediate portion of each rod is pivotably connected to the intermediate portion of another rod; a plurality of first hubs, each first hub receiving first ends of at least two respective rods, wherein each respective rod is pivotable with respect to the first hub about a distinct axis; and a plurality of second hubs configured to engage a support surface, each second hub receiving second ends of at least two respective rods, wherein each respective rod is pivotable with respect to the second hub about a distinct axis; and a receptacle comprising a plurality of attachment portions secured to respective first hubs, wherein the receptacle collapses when the frame is in the closed configuration and the receptacle forms a containment volume in the central space when the frame is in the open configuration.