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Description

The Sharps Container with Horizontal Lid Entry in a striking red color and a 5-quart capacity is a safety-focused container designed to dispose of used needles and other sharp medical instruments. The horizontal lid entry allows for easy and safe deposition of sharps without touching the container's opening.

This container is specifically engineered to meet safety standards for the disposal of sharps waste in healthcare settings. The red color is a visual indicator commonly associated with biohazardous materials, emphasizing the importance of proper waste disposal.

With a 5-quart capacity, this container provides ample space for the safe disposal of sharps, reducing the risk of needlestick injuries and promoting a secure environment for both healthcare professionals and patients. Its horizontal lid entry design ensures convenience and minimizes the chance of accidental spills.

The use of this Sharps Container is crucial for maintaining a clean and safe healthcare environment, adhering to regulations for the proper disposal of potentially hazardous medical waste.

• Minimizes the potential for overfilling by stopping in the FULL position when it reaches maximum capacity
• Unique lid design limits accidental or intentional access to container contents for pediatric and high-risk areas
• Allows for visual monitoring
• Economical forced horizontal drop maximizes container volume
• The SharpStar IV^TM container has an expanded disposal opening to safely accept the largest sharp used in a patients room
• OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910.1030(d)(4)(iii), During use, containers for contaminated sharps shall be maintained upright throughout use.