Guide to JCAHO Environment
of Care Standard 3.10.9
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Introduction Table of Contents Checklist for 3.10.9
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Environment of Care Standard 3.10: The
organization manages hazardous materials and waste risks
Element of Performance 9. Labeling
The
organization properly labels hazardous materials and waste.
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This page provides a set
of criteria for evaluating how well a facility complies
with labeling requirements.
Hazardous Materials Management
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All hazardous chemical
products have labels that indicate name of the chemical product, and
any hazard warnings. Labels may also identify recommended PPE and/or
use the diamond NFPA 704 hazard warning numbering system.
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Hazardous Waste Management
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Containers of hazardous
waste are marked with the words “Hazardous Waste” and a
descriptive name of the waste and the accumulation start date.
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All satellite accumulation
hazardous waste containers are properly labeled with the words, “Hazardous
Waste” and a descriptive name of the waste . The
date need not be placed on the container until after it is full.
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Hazardous waste
shipping containers are labeled with the proper DOT shipping name,
DOT primary and subsidiary hazards.
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Regulated Medical (Infectious) Waste
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Medical waste is
clearly defined, identified, and labeled.
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Warning labels and
signs shall be affixed to containers of regulated waste, refrigerators
and freezers containing blood or other potentially infectious material;
and other containers used to store, transport or ship blood or other
potentially infectious materials.
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Medical waste bags
are color coded (usually red) and/or labeled with the universal biohazard
symbol.
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Signs
are posted to identify restricted areas. |
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Regulated medical waste
shipping containers are labeled with the proper DOT shipping name,
DOT primary and subsidiary hazards.
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Universal Waste
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Containers are properly
labeled with the name of the universal waste and the accumulation start
date. (e.g., “Universal Waste Batteries”).
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Materials of
Concern
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