Uncontaminated sharps waste is stored in which container?

• A. Purple lid container
• B. Yellow container orange lid
• C. Yellow lid container
• D. Orange container yellow lid

Answer: (B)

Color-coded waste segregation is used to keep different types of waste separate for safety and regulatory compliance. Uncontaminated sharps waste refers to sharps that have not come into contact with blood or bodily fluids, but they still pose a risk of needle-stick injuries. They must be stored in a dedicated sharps container that is puncture-resistant and clearly identifiable. The yellow container with an orange lid is the designated sharps container for this type of waste, providing a distinct, easily recognizable cue so staff don’t mix it with general waste or other streams. Other color combinations are used for different waste types, so they are not suitable for uncontaminated sharps.