One-handed disposal. Lids lift or slide open easily with foot-operated pedal. Lids may remain closed when not in use to reduce exposure to contents and Type 1 violations. Ergonomic handle is telescopic when transporting and retractable when stationary. Heavy containers can be removed from the side with minimal lifting.

Ideal for managing large quantities of sharps and hazardous waste, this Sharpsafety

Features:

• Foot Pedal Operation: The foot pedal feature allows for hands-free operation, reducing the risk of cross-contamination and improving safety in high-traffic healthcare settings.
• Large Volume Capacity: Accommodates both 12-gallon and 18-gallon containers, making it ideal for large volume waste and chemotherapy container disposal.
• Heavy-Duty Construction: Crafted with durable materials to ensure longevity and resistance to wear and tear, making it a reliable choice for long-term use.
• Space-Saving Design: With dimensions of 31"H x 22¾"D x 15¼"W, the cart provides an efficient and compact design that optimizes space in busy healthcare environments.
• Secure Waste Disposal: Designed to hold hinged lid containers, ensuring the contents are securely stored and reducing the risk of accidental exposure to hazardous materials.
• Ideal for Healthcare Settings: Perfect for use in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and laboratories, ensuring safe disposal of sharps and other biohazardous waste.
• Compliance with Safety Regulations: Meets stringent infection control standards, helping healthcare facilities comply with OSHA and CDC regulations for waste disposal.

Uses:

1. Hospital and Clinic Settings: Ideal for safe disposal of sharps and hazardous materials in patient care areas, ensuring compliance with OSHA and CDC standards.
2. Chemotherapy Waste Disposal: Accommodates chemotherapy containers, ensuring the safe disposal of chemotherapy waste in oncology departments and cancer treatment centers.
3. Emergency Rooms: Useful in emergency rooms for quick and easy disposal of used needles, scalpels, and other sharp objects, reducing the risk of injury.
4. Laboratories and Research Facilities: Perfect for research labs and biotech companies that need a secure and efficient way to dispose of hazardous waste.
5. Nursing Homes and Long-Term Care Facilities: A great addition to nursing homes and long-term care facilities, providing a safe and hygienic way to manage medical waste.

FAQs:

1. What is the Cardinal Health Sharpsafety™ Cart designed for?
The Sharpsafety™ Cart is designed to store and dispose of large-volume sharps containers (12- and 18-gallon) and chemotherapy waste safely in healthcare settings. It offers hands-free operation via a foot pedal and is ideal for use in hospitals, clinics, and laboratories.

2. How does the foot pedal work?
The foot pedal allows for easy hands-free opening of the cart, minimizing the risk of contamination and improving overall infection control by reducing physical contact with waste.

3. Can this cart be used with other types of containers?
The Sharpsafety™ Cart is specifically designed to accommodate 12- and 18-gallon hinged lid containers, including chemotherapy containers, to ensure secure and compliant waste disposal.

4. How durable is the Cardinal Health Sharpsafety™ Cart?
The cart is made from heavy-duty materials, ensuring durability and long-lasting use in high-traffic healthcare environments. It is designed to withstand daily use without compromising safety.

5. Is the cart easy to move?
Yes, the foot pedal and ergonomic design make it easy to move and operate, offering both convenience and safety in busy medical settings.

6. Is the Cardinal Health Sharpsafety Cart compliant with safety regulations?
Yes, this cart meets OSHA and CDC standards for safe and compliant disposal of sharps and hazardous waste, making it ideal for use in regulated healthcare environments.