9 Gallon Red Sharps Container (305602)

• A 9-gallon (34 L) red, high-capacity, nestable sharps container designed for safe disposal of medical waste like needles and syringes, featuring a secure sliding, gasketed lid, Visual-Audible-Tactile (VAT) perimeter locks, and sturdy, integrated transport handles

Uses

• Safe Sharps Disposal: 

• Used for the disposal of needles, syringes, and other sharps

• Healthcare Settings: 

• Suitable for hospitals, clinics, and laboratories generating large volumes of medical waste

• Multi-use Applications: 

• Designed for various medical environments needing durable containers for regulated infectious waste

Features

• Capacity:

• 9 Gallons (34 liters), designed for large-volume, multi-use

• Lid Design:

• Sliding top with gasket for secure, leak-resistant, and odor-controlling closure

• Safety Locks:

• Features Visual, Audible, and Tactile (VAT) perimeter locks that prevent accidental opening and ensure secure, permanent closure

• Handling:

• Double-walled handles on the base for safe transportation

• Dimensions:

• Approximately 18.5″×17.75″×11.75″

• Color & Material:

• Red, rigid plastic with a biohazard symbol

• Visibility:

• Clear, sliding top allows for easy viewing of fill level

Benefits

• Reduced Injury Risk: 

• Designed specifically to minimize the risk of needlestick injuries for staff

• Secure Containment: 

• The gasketed, locking lid ensures that contents remain securely contained during transport and disposal

• Compliance: 

• Helps meet regulatory requirements for hazardous medical waste management

• Efficiency: 

• Large opening and capacity reduce the frequency of container changes, saving time in busy medical environments

• Stability: 

• Designed for safe, free-standing, and portable use