Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 45, November 9, 2024
Section 273.411 - Processed regulated medical or chemo-therapeutic waste disposal(a) An application for the disposal of processed regulated medical or chemotherapeutic waste shall contain necessary plans and specifications showing how the applicant will comply with § 273.511 or § 273.512 (relating to processed regulated medical waste disposal; and chemotherapeutic waste), or both, whichever is applicable.(b) The application, on a form provided by the Department, shall contain the following information: (1) The name and location of the generator of the waste.(2) A description of the origin and content of the waste, its containerization and the expected volume and frequency of waste disposal at the facility.(3) A description of the facility where the waste will be disinfected prior to disposal, including its name and location. For a permitted processing facility that is not operating under a permit by rule under Chapter 271, Subchapter B (relating to general requirements for permits and permit applications), the applicant shall provide the permit number.(4) A description of the processing methods to be used for each type of waste, including, when necessary, schematic drawings.(5) A description of the containers to be used for storage during collection and during movement within the facility, including the length of storage.(6) A description of the alternatives to be used if the processing equipment is inoperable, and the procedures to be used for storage of the waste if it cannot be promptly processed.(7) A description of handling and safety measures that will be employed for each type of waste, including personal protection and safety as well as modifications to the operational safety plan that are required.(8) If disinfection will be employed, a description of the monitoring and quality assurance program to ensure proper disinfection.(9) A description of modifications to an existing processing facility that are required to process the waste, including drawings.(10) A certification indicating that the waste to be disposed is noninfectious. The certification shall include the method of processing, indicator test results and testing frequency.The provisions of this §273.411 adopted April 8, 1988, effective 4/9/1988, 18 Pa.B. 1681; amended August 7, 1992, effective 8/8/1992, 22 Pa.B. 4185; amended November 7, 2014, effective 11/8/2014, 44 Pa.B. 7021. This section cited in 25 Pa. Code § 273.511 (relating to processed regulated medical waste disposal).