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Research Lab CRO
Medical Waste · July 20, 2026
Medical Waste for Labs and Clinical Research Organizations: What Belongs in Regulated Medical Waste?

Learn what belongs in regulated medical waste for labs and clinical research organizations in North Carolina, including sharps, cultures, specimens, and PPE.

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Guidance from the field

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Medical Waste · June 19, 2026
Biohazardous and Regulated Medical Waste: A Guide for Reconstruction and Restoration Companies

Reconstruction and restoration contractors often encounter sharps, blood-contaminated materials, and other regulated medical waste. Learn the difference between biohazardous waste and hazardous waste, proper packaging procedures, and how Biosafe helps North Carolina businesses stay compliant.

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Medical Waste · March 27, 2026
Getting Started with Medical Waste and Sharps: The 5 Things You Need to Get Started and Stay Compliant

Getting Started with Medical Waste: 5 Steps to Stay Compliant

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Medical Waste
Dental · January 30, 2026
Jump Start Your Practice’s Medical Waste for 2026: Save Money and Stay Compliant

Here's how NC providers can jump start better medical waste handling this year. Saving money while staying fully compliant.

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Surgeon writing on a clipboard in an operating room
Uncategorized · December 18, 2025
The 6 Most Common Medical Waste/Sharps Mistakes That Businesses Make

Below are the most common medical waste mistakes Biosafe sees across North Carolina facilities.

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storing medical waste
Dental · November 21, 2025
How and Where to Store Medical Waste Before Pickup: A Guide for North Carolina Clinics

This guide breaks down what clinics need to know when it comes to storing medical waste.

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Medical Waste · November 14, 2025
What Practice Managers/Owners Need to Know about Medical Waste in NC

Learn North Carolina’s rules for medical, pharmaceutical, and chemo waste. A step-by-step compliance guide for medical offices and practice managers.

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Medical Waste
Medical Waste · October 29, 2025
What to Be Wary of When Signing a Medical Waste Vendor Contract

Learn what to look for in medical waste contracts. Avoid hidden fees, auto-renewals, and bad service with transparent, ethical vendors like Biosafe Waste.

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Medical Waste · October 22, 2025
Choosing a Local Medical Waste Company Matters: The Biosafe Advantage

Discover why North Carolina clinics choose local medical waste providers like BioSafe for better service, no hidden fees, and faster response times.

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Med Spa Sharps
Medical Waste · October 10, 2025
Medical Spa Waste Disposal: What Botox and Aesthetic Practices Need to Know About Sharps Disposal

For medical spas, proper sharps and regulated medical waste disposal isn’t just a back-office detail. It’s a matter of compliance, safety, and protecting patients and staff.

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Surgeon writing on a clipboard in an operating room
Medical Waste · September 4, 2025
Medical Waste in Surgery Centers: What You Need to Know

If you’re managing a surgery center in North Carolina or South Carolina, contact us today to learn how Biosafe can streamline your medical waste program.

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Bloodborne pathogens training graphic with a caution sign, biohazard container and gloved cleanup of a floor spill
Dental · August 29, 2025
Bloodborne Pathogens, Exposure Control Plans, and Medical Waste Disposal: A Guide for North Carolina Medical Practices

This guide outlines the practical steps medical offices, clinics, and other providers must take to stay compliant, while also reducing risk.

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Close-up of an elderly person's hands resting on a walking cane
Medical Waste · August 20, 2025
Medical Waste Disposal in Long-Term Care Facilities: What Skilled Nursing & Retirement Communities Need to Know

Discover the best practices for disposal, storage, and compliance that can help your facility avoid common pitfalls and enhance your infection prevention strategy. Learn how partnering with a reliable waste management service like Biosafe can simplify your processes and ensure you meet all state and federal requirements.

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Dentist reviewing a dental X-ray with a patient in the exam chair
Dental · August 13, 2025
Dental Office Sharps and Medical Waste – The Basics

BioSafe partners with dental offices across North Carolina to take the stress out of medical waste management. Here’s what we offer:

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medical sharps container for needles
Medical Waste · August 13, 2025
A Guide to Proper Sharps Disposal for Healthcare Providers in North Carolina

Here’s what every medical practice, dental office, veterinary clinic, and long-term care facility needs to know about proper sharps disposal.

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Veterinarian comforting a German Shepherd with a bandaged leg on an exam table
Sharps · August 12, 2025
Medical & Sharps Waste at Veterinary Clinics – The Basics

By partnering with BioSafe, veterinary clinics can ensure their medical and sharps waste is managed efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with all federal and state requirements.

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Bloodborne pathogens training graphic with a caution sign, biohazard container and gloved cleanup of a floor spill
News · May 20, 2025
Understanding Bloodborne Pathogen Requirements in North Carolina: What Medical Practices Need to Know

Biosafe Waste Services offers an online training program for bloodborne pathogen safety that meets OSHA’s requirements for initial and annual education.

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BioSafe technician loading regulated medical waste boxes into a service van
Medical Waste · May 20, 2025
Understanding Regulated Medical Waste in North Carolina — And How BioSafe Helps

This guide explains the basics of RMW management in North Carolina and how BioSafe Waste Services offers a reliable, compliant solution for healthcare providers across the state.

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