Frequently Asked Questions about Medical Waste Disposal Services

Sharps containers may be purchased from All Points Medical Waste Please reach out to our office at  (772) 283-4152. We will deliver them to you on your next scheduled service date.

Please refer to the Florida Department of Health for proper disposal of home-generated sharps. You can check their Needle Collection Program County list at Needle Collection Programs | Florida Department of Health to find any programs near you. 

 If your county does not offer this, contact our office at (772) 283-4152 for assistance.

We strongly recommend monthly medical waste pickups to ensure our clients stay compliant with the Florida Department of Health. 

Always check with the Florida Department of Health for the most updated and current information. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | Florida Department of Health

To qualify for an exemption, you must show documentation for the previous 12 months showing the weight of your biomedical waste generated within each 30-day period was less than 25 pounds. 

Please note getting an exemption only exempts you from the annual fee with the Health Department. 

Any biomedical waste at the generating facility should not exceed 30 days. The 30-day period begins when the first biomedical waste is placed into a red bag or when a sharps container is sealed.

Getting more generator labels is easy. Just login to your compliance portal under My Docs. If you have any issues please contact our office.

Biohazard waste, also known as infectious waste, is any material that poses a risk of infection to humans, animals, or the environment. This type of waste commonly originates from healthcare facilities, laboratories, and medical research centers. It includes any items contaminated with blood, bodily fluids, or other potentially infectious materials. Proper disposal of biohazard waste is essential to prevent the spread of infectious diseases and to maintain a safe and compliant environment.