Your Guide To Michigan’s
Medical Waste Regulations
This is your helpful checklist. It’s an easy way to ensure your business is in compliance with state health code laws regarding medical waste. We encourage you to contact the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) with any other questions regarding the laws for handling regulated medical waste.
01
Certificate Of Registration
Required for facilities that produce any volume of medical waste, and expires every 3 years. Registration fees vary between $50 to $150 depending on the facility type.
02
REMOVE ALL MEDICAL WASTE FROM THE FACILITY WITHIN 90 DAYS
All medical waste-producing facilities are legally obligated to have their sharps and biohazard waste removed from their facility every 90 days or less. This rule applies to a business that generates a single used sharp or 1,000 pounds of medical waste.
03
Bloodborne Pathogens Training
Required for all employees handling bloodborne pathogens. Must be documented according to the facility’s medical waste management plan and made available upon inspection for a minimum of 3 years.
04
DEVELOP A MEDICAL / BIOHAZARD WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Required of all medical waste-producing facilities and must list and describe the type of medical waste produced by the facility and the method of packaging, storage, treatment, and disposal used for each waste type. If you don’t have a medical or biohazard waste management plan, we can make one for you!
05
Use Approved Biohazard Storage Containers
Required for all healthcare facilities to safely store their medical waste prior to removal. Storage containers must meet OSHA and DOT guidelines. This includes biohazard markings, red bag liners, and DOT-approved material.
Superior Can Help You Every Step of the Way
We know more than anyone how complicated Regulated Medical Waste regulations can be. At Superior, we are professionals in biohazard knowledge and biomedical waste disposal methods. We are up-to-date on all federal and local RMW laws. Our team can help you through every step of the process, including supplying your business with compliant storage containers. If your facility needs help classifying, storing, or transporting waste, or you need assistance with medical waste compliance, contact us today for a free consultation.
