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At Secure Waste, we specialize in safe medical waste disposal in Washington, DC, handling a broad range of services for biomedical, pharmaceutical, pathological waste, and more. With over 25 years of experience, we are committed to helping healthcare facilities stay compliant with federal regulations while ensuring the safe handling of all medical waste streams. Our whole focus is on preventing costly violations and managing waste responsibly. Schedule your medical waste disposal in Washington, D.C., today and experience hassle-free, compliant disposal.
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Covering a broad range of healthcare providers, including physicians, dental clinics, surgical centers, and urgent care facilities. We also serve nursing homes, veterinary hospitals and clinics, and tattoo parlors.
We also work with compounding and retail pharmacies, diagnostic labs, and research centers. These organizations produce specialized waste streams, including pharmaceuticals, lab supplies, and research byproducts.
Major healthcare networks, non-acute care facilities, and hospitals can all benefit from Secure Waste's enterprise-level medical waste management services. Besides these facilities, we also offer customized services to meet the unique requirements of funeral homes. All of this within a competitive and transparent pricing.
Our services for medical waste disposal in Washington, DC, provide proper solutions for the safe handling of needles, syringes, and other sharp instruments. We supply puncture-resistant, leak-proof containers that meet DOT standards and comply with the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard while preventing needlestick injuries. Each container is serialized and tracked with a chain-of-custody manifest to ensure complete traceability.
We deal with all kinds of biohazardous waste, such as gloves, gowns, gauze, IV bags, and other contaminated materials. We follow EPA and OSHA guidelines to treat infectious waste in a way that reduces the risk of cross-contamination.
Both trace and bulk chemotherapy waste, including drug vials, IV bags, tubing, and protective apparel that are exposed to cytotoxic agents, are managed by us. All the disposal methods comply with EPA and NIOSH standards to lower risks of chemical exposure for staff and prevent environmental contamination.
Pathological waste, like human tissues, organs, and body fluids, requires specialized containment and disposal methods. We provide secure packaging, compliant transport, and approved treatment options that align with federal medical waste standards.
We deal with pharmacies, hospitals, and clinics in Washington, DC, with compliant disposal of expired, unused, and contaminated medications. By adhering to DEA and EPA guidelines, our services prevent pharmaceutical waste from entering the environment and protect against drug diversion.
Hazardous materials such as solvents, reagents, and items containing heavy metals are managed under strict RCRA and DOT requirements. Our hazardous medical waste disposal in Washington state
provides labeling, storage, and transport solutions that support environmentally safe disposal of all complex waste streams.
Biomedical waste, including laboratory samples and other biologically contaminated materials, is managed in full compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and Washington State medical waste disposal regulations.
With cost-effective pricing, real-time waste tracking, and scheduled or on-demand pickups, our services maintain the highest safety and regulatory standards.
The first step in our waste disposal process begins by identifying and segregating waste into categories such as sharps, biohazard, pharmaceutical, hazardous, chemotherapy, etc.
At the next step, we make sure to provide DOT- and FDA-approved containers, including puncture-resistant sharps bins, color-coded bags, etc. Each container is in accordance with the waste type, ensuring safety at the point of generation.
All our containers are sealed, labeled, and marked with regulatory identifiers, such as biohazard symbols and DOT labels. This step guarantees legal compliance and prevents contamination during handling.
Before collection, we keep the waste in designated areas and secure those areas with limited access and secondary containment. Facilities remain audit-ready while minimizing staff exposure and environmental risks.
We arrange flexible pickups to match facility needs, documenting every transfer with manifests and chain-of-custody records. This provides traceability and full regulatory compliance.
Our trained staff transports waste in licensed, DOT-compliant vehicles equipped with secure containment. Each route follows strict safety, spill response, and regulatory protocols to protect public health.
And, at last, we ensure that all the waste is treated at certified facilities using autoclaving, incineration, or chemical neutralisation, depending on the type.
Our billing process is clear with no hidden charges. What we quote is what you get, based on waste type, pickup frequency, and volume, so that your budget doesn't exceed.
You won’t be bound to rigid long-term agreements. Also, you can easily scale up or down your waste disposal services as your facility’s needs change.
With years of experience in Washington, DC, (as well as nearby Maryland & Virginia), we understand local requirements. This local knowledge means fewer compliance surprises for you.
Our operations are carried out by trained and experienced staff, using fully licensed, bonded, and insured transport and treatment facilities. All processes meet or exceed the standards set by OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
You will get prompt, clear communication, fast customer support, and customised solutions for your facility’s unique needs. We value trust and reliability.
Washington, D.C.’s medical and hazardous waste is regulated by the Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE), under Title 20 of the D.C. Municipal Regulations (especially Chapters 42 & 43), plus related legislative acts.
Generators of hazardous waste and certain biomedical wastes must obtain an EPA ID (via Form 8700-12) to generate, transport, or treat regulated waste legally
Medical waste containers must be leak-proof, puncture-resistant, and labelled with the biohazard symbol.
Only licensed transporters are authorized to haul medical waste in Washington, DC.
Violations can result in fines up to $40,000 and imprisonment for up to 5 years.
If waste is hazardous (reactive, toxic, ignitable, etc.), then RCRA rules apply, and the facility must follow DOEE’s Hazardous Waste Management Regulations (20 DCMR Chapters 42 and 43), including notification, record-keeping, proper handling, permitting, and fees.
Shipments of medical waste must be accompanied by a manifest that details the type, quantity, and destination of the waste.
Are you looking for an affordable Biohazard waste management company near you? Secure Waste provides service in Maryland, Virginia, and
Washington, D.C. Call 877-633-7328 or request a free, no-hassle quote online. Secure Waste offers no-contracts, cost-effective solutions to keep your facility compliant, safe, and sustainable.
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