Table 1.
Handling practices, occupational safety, internal policies and administration in HCF
| Tertiary n = 1 | Secondary n=1 | Primary n = 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Handling practices | |||
| Separation | 1/1 | 1/1 | 2/4 |
| Special containers with bio-hazard markings | 1/1 | 1/1 | 4/4 |
| Special tools for collection and transport | 1/1 | 1/1 | 1/4 |
| Special route for collection and transport | 1/1 | 1/1 | 0/4 |
| Special time for collection and transport | 1/1 | 1/1 | 4/4 |
| Establishment of a storage location | 1/1 | 1/1 | 3/4 |
| Sealed containers in storage location | 1/1 | 1/1 | 3/4 |
| Protective measures in storage location | 1/1 | 1/1 | 1/4 |
| Complete records of handling procedures | 1/1 | 1/1 | 0/4 |
| Consignment note system | 1/1 | 1/1 | 0/4 |
| Final disposal | Off-site | Off-site | On-site |
| Occupational safety | |||
| Training for related personnel | 1/1 | 1/1 | 4/4 |
| Health checks and vaccination for all personnel | 1/1 | 0/1 | 0/4 |
| Provision of protective equipment | 1/1 | 1/1 | 1/4 |
| Internal policies and administration | |||
| Internal plan | 1/1 | 1/1 | 4/4 |
| Handling manuals | 0/1 | 0/1 | 0/4 |
| Management sector | 1/1 | 1/1 | 4/4 |
| Waste management team | 1/1 | 1/1 | 3/4 |
| Regular supervision of the health agency | 1/1 | 1/1 | 4/4 |
| Regular supervision of the hospital director | 1/1 | 1/1 | 3/4 |