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There are guidelines regarding the safe disposal of PPE like gloves, cleaning cloths, masks and wipes. The best resource for general guidelines is on the government website but as a rule the following guidelines should be followed:
Any PPE that has not been in contact with an infection source can be disposed of in general waste.
Waste from a possible source of contamination should be disposed of in a plastic waste bag and tied at the top when full.
This waste bag should be placed into a second bag and tied at the top.
It should be stored safely in a secure bunded area for 72 hours or until the suspected contamination is verified.
- If the waste is deemed safe it can be disposed of in the general waste bin.
- If the waste is deemed contaminated then it needs to be stored for the full 72 hours before disposal into general waste.