New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 7 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Chapter 26 - SOLID WASTE
Subchapter 3A - REGULATED MEDICAL WASTE
Section 7:26-3A.12 - Storage of regulated medical waste prior to transport, treatment, destruction, or disposal

Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 7:26-3A.12

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 6, March 18, 2024

(a) Any person who stores regulated medical waste prior to treatment or disposal on-site (for example, interment, treatment and destruction, or incineration), or transport off-site, shall comply with the following storage requirements:

1. Store the regulated medical waste in a manner and location that maintains the integrity of the packaging and provides protection from water, rain and wind;

2. Maintain the regulated medical waste in a nonputrescent state, using refrigeration when necessary;

3. Lock the outdoor storage areas containing regulated medical waste (for example, dumpsters, sheds, tractor trailers, or other storage areas) to prevent unauthorized access;

4. Limit access to on-site storage areas to authorized employees; and

5. Store the regulated medical waste in a manner that affords protection from animals and does not provide a breeding place or a food source for insects and rodents.

(b) The storage period for regulated medical waste is limited as follows:

1. Regulated medical waste shall be disposed of immediately if it becomes putrescent or emits any odors;

2. All regulated medical waste shall be disposed of within one year of the date of generation, or sooner as determined by the generator, except that:
i. The storage period may exceed one year for regulated medical wastes that must be stored for longer periods to provide for the decay of radioactive materials in accordance with applicable Federal or State statutes and regulations.

(c) Any container that is being used to accumulate or store sharps shall be secured so that the contents are not accessible to any unauthorized person.

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