South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-12 - STANDARDS FOR LICENSING ABORTION CLINICS
Part VI - INFECTION CONTROL AND SANITATION
Section 61-12.VI.605 - Refuse and Waste Disposal

Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 61-12.VI.605

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024

A. All garbage and waste shall be collected, stored and disposed of in a manner designed to prevent the transmission of disease. Containers shall be washed and sanitized before being returned to work areas. Disposable type containers shall not be reused.

B. Containers for garbage and refuse shall be covered and stored outside and placed on an approved platform to prevent overturning by animals, the entrance of flies or the creation of a nuisance. All solid waste shall be disposed of at sufficient frequencies in a manner so as not to create a rodent, insect or other vermin problem.

C. Immediately after emptying, containers for garbage shall be cleaned.

D. All waste meeting the definition of "infectious waste" as defined in Regulation Regulation 61-105 must be managed according to the requirements of that regulation.

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