McKesson Prevent Biohazard Sharps Container - 2 Gallon Translucent Horizontal Entry Locking Lid

Professional Biohazard Sharps Disposal for Healthcare Safety

The McKesson Prevent Biohazard Sharps Container delivers reliable, OSHA-compliant protection for the safe disposal of contaminated needles, syringes, lancets, and other sharp medical instruments in clinical settings, physician offices, hospitals, laboratories, and home healthcare environments. This 2-gallon container combines puncture-resistant construction with intelligent design features that maximize capacity, enhance safety, and streamline sharps disposal workflows.

OSHA-Compliant Puncture-Resistant Construction

Manufactured from OSHA-compliant, puncture-resistant plastic, this sharps container provides critical protection against needlestick injuries and accidental exposure to bloodborne pathogens. The robust red plastic construction clearly indicates biohazard material, supporting proper waste segregation and compliance with color-coding requirements mandated by regulatory agencies. The durable material withstands the rigors of daily clinical use while maintaining structural integrity throughout the container's service life.

Translucent Lid for Visual Fill Level Monitoring

The innovative translucent lid design allows healthcare workers to visually monitor the fill level at a glance, eliminating guesswork and preventing overfilling. This transparency feature supports compliance with OSHA regulations requiring sharps containers to be replaced when three-quarters full. Staff can quickly assess capacity status without opening or handling the container, improving safety and operational efficiency in busy clinical environments.

Horizontal Drop Entry Maximizes Capacity

The horizontal drop entry design is strategically engineered to maximize container capacity by allowing sharps to lay flat rather than accumulating vertically. This intelligent orientation enables more efficient use of the 2-gallon volume, reducing the frequency of container changes and lowering overall disposal costs. The horizontal entry also accommodates longer items like IV tubing with attached needles, providing versatility for diverse clinical applications.

Touchless Deposit System Prevents Unwanted Access

The touchless deposit mechanism allows healthcare workers to safely dispose of sharps without making contact with the container opening, minimizing the risk of accidental needlestick injuries. This hands-free design prevents unwanted access to container contents, protecting staff, patients, and visitors from exposure to contaminated sharps. The one-way entry system ensures that once deposited, sharps cannot be retrieved, supporting tamper-resistance and security protocols.

Locking Lid Ensures Safe Transport and Final Disposal

The secure locking lid mechanism provides positive closure for safe transport from point-of-use locations to waste storage areas and final disposal facilities. Once locked, the lid cannot be reopened, ensuring complete containment of biohazardous materials throughout the disposal chain. This permanent closure feature supports compliance with DOT regulations for transporting regulated medical waste and protects waste handlers from exposure risks.

Nestable Design for Compact Storage

Prior to use, these containers feature a nestable design that allows multiple units to stack compactly, optimizing storage space in supply rooms, clinical areas, and central storage facilities. This space-saving feature is particularly valuable for healthcare facilities managing large inventories of sharps containers across multiple departments and locations. The efficient nesting reduces shipping costs and simplifies inventory management.

Wall-Mountable for Convenient Access

The container may be mounted to walls when used with a compatible wall bracket (MFR #100012, sold separately), providing convenient point-of-use access in treatment rooms, procedure areas, patient rooms, and laboratory workstations. Wall mounting keeps sharps containers at optimal height for safe disposal, frees up valuable counter space, and ensures containers are readily accessible when needed most.

Latex-Free Construction for Allergy Safety

Manufactured without natural rubber latex, this sharps container is safe for use in environments serving latex-sensitive patients and healthcare workers. The latex-free construction eliminates allergy concerns and supports inclusive safety practices that protect all individuals.

Clinical Applications

• Physician offices and primary care clinics
• Hospital patient rooms and nursing units
• Emergency departments and urgent care centers
• Outpatient surgery centers and procedure rooms
• Clinical laboratories and phlebotomy stations
• Dialysis centers and infusion therapy suites
• Dental offices and oral surgery practices
• Veterinary clinics and animal hospitals
• Home healthcare and patient self-injection programs
• Long-term care facilities and nursing homes

Key Product Specifications

• Capacity: 2 gallons
• Dimensions: 9.25"H × 10"W × 6"D
• Material: OSHA-compliant puncture-resistant plastic
• Color: Red (biohazard identification)
• Lid Type: Translucent with locking mechanism
• Entry Design: Horizontal drop for maximum capacity
• Deposit Method: Touchless for hands-free disposal
• Closure: Permanent locking lid for safe transport
• Storage: Nestable design for compact storage
• Mounting: Wall-mountable with compatible bracket (sold separately)
• Usage: Single use, disposable
• Latex Status: Not made with natural rubber latex

Regulatory Compliance and Safety Standards

This sharps container meets OSHA requirements for puncture-resistant construction and proper labeling of biohazardous waste. The red color coding and biohazard symbol support compliance with federal and state regulations governing medical waste segregation. The locking lid mechanism satisfies DOT requirements for transporting regulated medical waste, ensuring safe handling throughout the disposal process.

Cost-Effective Waste Management

The horizontal entry design maximizes the usable capacity of each container, reducing the frequency of replacements and lowering overall sharps disposal costs. The nestable storage design minimizes shipping expenses and storage space requirements, while the single-use construction eliminates cleaning and maintenance costs associated with reusable systems.

Infection Control and Worker Safety

By providing a secure, puncture-resistant barrier between healthcare workers and contaminated sharps, this container plays a critical role in preventing needlestick injuries and reducing exposure to bloodborne pathogens including HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C. The touchless deposit and visual fill monitoring features support comprehensive safety programs and protect frontline healthcare workers.