Control of Aerosol (Biological and Nonbiological) and Chemical Exposures andSafety Hazards in Medical Waste Treatment Facilities. Year 1 Final Report

摘要

The study aimed to accumulate a significant base of knowledge relevant to hazardsidentification, potential routes of exposure, evaluation (sampling and analysis), and prevention and control. The overall objectives for the project were to identify currently available disinfection systems for infectious waste and to evaluate the worker environment with regards to safety, aerosol, chemical, blood and microorganism hazards and the use of engineering controls in controlling exposure. The secondary objectives of the project included identification of three MWTF (each of a different technology) based on criteria developed through a literature review; performing Phase 1 field evaluations with emphasis on sampling emissions, safety, and engineering control assessments; follow up with Phase 2 evaluation focussed on personal sampling; and writing reports based on the evaluations.