title: Hazards of sharps disposal.
abstract: The disposal of sharps continues to be one of the most hazardous procedures for clinical staff. This article looks at the dangers encountered and the precautions necessary to ensure the safe disposal of sharps.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Branson
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D017744:Medical Waste Disposal / Q000379:methods*; D009339:Needles; D016272:Occupational Health; D013525:Surgical Instruments
chemical_list: D017744:Medical Waste Disposal