Session 6: Biomedical Waste and its Management

Question 1

Biomedical Waste

Answer 1

Any waste that is generated during the diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human beings or animals, or in research activities pertaining thereto, or in the production or testing of biologicals, or in health camps.

Question 2

Infectious Waste

Answer 2

Any waste that contains microorganisms that can cause disease.

Question 3

Hazardous Waste

Answer 3

Any waste that is toxic, corrosive, flammable, or reactive.

Question 4

Biomedical Waste Management

Answer 4

The process of collecting, transporting, treating, and disposing of biomedical waste in a safe and environmentally sound manner.