Simple, safe, and scalable solutions to dispose of used PPE and testing materials from businesses of all sizes, helping to reduce the risk of the spread of COVID-19 within the workplace.
Managing PPE Disposal in the Workplace
Stericycle offers simple, safe, and scalable solutions to dispose of used personal protective equipment (PPE) and testing materials from businesses of all sizes, helping to reduce the risk of the spread of COVID-19.
PPE Disposal Solutions for the “New” Normal
Keeping Your Employees and Customers Safe During the COVID-19 Pandemic
To prevent the spread of COVID-19, many employees are wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), such as masks and gloves, in the work environment. Some companies are requiring on-site testing of employees before they enter the workplace. Out of an abundance of caution, many employers are seeking medical waste disposal solutions for collecting and disposing of used PPE and testing materials.
Proper Disposal Of PPE for Covid-19
We offer simple, safe, and scalable solutions that adapt to your changing needs. Our PPE Waste Pick-up or Mail back options help to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 within the workplace for businesses of all sizes and industries. Our national footprint allows for the rapid mobilization and flexibility required to effectively serve your business.
Regulatory Expertise to handle Covid-19 Waste
We are leading experts in regulated medical waste and OSHA and HIPAA compliance, with best practices to help you promote a safe and healthy environment for employees and customers.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Knowledge Center
Access the latest COVID-19 guidance, regulatory updates, our response, and valuable resources, such as our packaging guidelines and webinars.
Learn more by visiting our Coronavirus (COVID-19) Knowledge Center.
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PPE Waste Disposal Service Options:
PPE Waste Pickup - Full Service
PPE Mail back - Self Service
5-gallon PPE disposal bins for collecting PPE and testing waste are shipped to customers with easy-to-follow instructions and a prepaid return-shipping box.
While not required by regulation, out of an abundance of caution, many employers outside of healthcare are seeking medical waste disposal solutions for collecting and disposing of used PPE and testing materials. For more information, see our COVID-19 Knowledge Center.
Why Stericycle?
Your Single Nationwide Partners
We manage all healthcare regulated waste streams including secure information destruction with expertise in related compliance training and sustainability consulting. Our network of localized team members across the country maintain a 97% on-time pickup rate.1
Your Risk Reduction Experts
We reduce your risk through full chain of custody and proprietary, real-time tracking systems in addition to compliance experts to keep you informed of federal, provincial, and local regulatory developments.
Your Sustainability Champion
In 2020, our eco-conscious products and sustainability guidance allowed our customers to recycle 1.1 billion pounds of paper, safely dispose of 40 million pounds of pharmaceutical waste; and avoid greenhouse gas emissions while diverting 104 million pounds of sharps waste plastic from landfills.2
1. Source: Stericycle data, 2021
2. Source: Stericycle data, 2020
