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Texas Biohazard and Medical Waste Rules

Waste rules depend on what material is generated and the setting. OSHA regulates employee protection around blood and other potentially infectious materials, while Texas agencies administer rules covering categories such as special waste from health care-related facilities and medical waste handling or disposal.

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Safety note: Do not disturb an active or restricted scene. Avoid direct contact with blood, sharps, or unknown biological material. If anyone is in immediate danger, contact emergency services.

OSHA regulated waste

OSHA defines regulated waste for its Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and requires covered waste to be contained appropriately. Final disposal must comply with applicable federal, state and local rules.

Texas health-care-related waste rules

Texas DSHS lists rules in 25 TAC §§1.131–1.137 addressing the definition, treatment and disposition of special waste from health care-related facilities.

Do not assume every cleanup scene is a health-care facility

The regulatory category depends on the source and type of waste. Specific transportation, treatment and disposal questions should be checked against the applicable Texas requirements.

Related information

Sources & references

Primary sources: Texas DSHS Laws and Rules and Texas DSHS Medical Waste Treatment Technologies.

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