Texas Administrative Code
Title 25 - HEALTH SERVICES
Part 1 - DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES
Chapter 137 - BIRTHING CENTERS
Subchapter D - OPERATIONAL AND CLINICAL STANDARDS FOR THE PROVISION AND COORDINATION OF TREATMENT AND SERVICES
Section 137.38 - Disposition of Medical Waste
Universal Citation: 25 TX Admin Code ยง 137.38
Current through Reg. 49, No. 38; September 20, 2024
A center shall meet requirements set forth by the department in §§ 1.131- 1.137 of this title (relating to Definition, Treatment, and Disposition of Special Waste from Health Care-Related Facilities).
(1) All special waste including blood, body fluids, placentas, sharps and biological indicators, shall be disposed of in accordance with §§ 1.131- 1.137 of this title.
(2) Placentas shall not be placed in the trash or dumpster for disposal.
(3) A center may give the placenta to the client at the time of discharge upon request by the client.
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