Medical Waste Disposal Regulations in Oklahoma
Medical waste disposal in Oklahoma is regulated by Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). This guide provides Organizations & Facilities with up-to-date information on how to stay compliant with storage, labeling, pickup, and transportation requirements.
Regulating Agencies in Oklahoma:
Rules for Organizations & Facilities:
| Requirement | Rule |
|---|---|
| Max Holding Time | Waste should generally be disposed of or treated within 30 days of generation to comply with sanitary storage practices. |
| Labeling Requirements | All regulated medical waste containers must be labeled with the biohazard symbol or the words “Biohazard” or “Regulated Medical Waste.” |
| Container Standards | Regulated medical waste must be stored in leak-proof, rigid, puncture-resistant containers. Sharps containers for needles and other sharp instruments—must be FDA-approved and sealed when full. |
| Who Can Haul Waste | Medical waste must be transported by a licensed and permitted transporter registered with the Oklahoma DEQ. |
| Documentation Required | Tracking document or manifest logs. |