California Code of Regulations
Title 22 - Social Security
Division 5 - Licensing and Certification of Health Facilities, Home Health Agencies, Clinics, and Referral Agencies
Chapter 1 - General Acute Care Hospitals
Article 8 - Physical Plant
Section 70843 - Storage and Disposal of Solid Wastes
Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 38, September 20, 2024
(a) Solid wastes shall be stored and eliminated in a manner to preclude the transmission of communicable disease. These wastes shall not be a nuisance or a breeding place for insects or rodents nor be a food source for either.
(b) Solid waste containers shall be stored and located in a manner that will protect against odors.
(c) Syringes and needles shall be disposed of safely as biohazardous waste in puncture proof containers.
1. Certificate of Compliance as to 11-16-89 order including amendment of subsection (c) transmitted to OAL 3-15-90 and filed 4-16-90 (Register 90, No. 17).
Note: Authority cited: Sections 208(a) and 1275, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 1276, Health and Safety Code.