Medical Waste Treatment Facility in Plant City, Florida
SaniTrax LLC is a local company that sterilizes biomedical waste through our state-of-the-art medical waste treatment facility in Plant City, FL. We proudly serve clients throughout Central Florida, South Florida, and North Florida, providing compliant medical waste disposal services to healthcare facilities in Tampa, Orlando, Lakeland, Brandon, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, West Palm Beach, Miami and the surrounding areas.
Our Biomedical Waste Management Process
At our family-owned biomedical waste facility in Plant City, we use advanced equipment to treat and dispose of various forms of waste. Our biomedical waste management process adheres to strict Florida and federal compliance standards.
Autoclave Treatment Process
The autoclaving process for sterilizing biomedical waste starts with utilizing our state-of-the-art autoclave, which was manufactured by BondTech, a leading manufacturer in the industry. Our medical waste treatment in Florida follows rigorous protocols to ensure complete sterilization.
The first step in treating this waste stream is to ensure you are only processing biomedical waste. A screening process takes place before autoclaving. This step ensures proper waste segregation and the exclusion of any prohibited materials. It's vital to prevent hazardous or non-compliant waste from entering the autoclave.
Once the waste is screened, it is securely placed in designated autoclave bins. These bins serve as the vessels for loading the waste into the autoclave.
Afterward, the operator moves the autoclave bins into the autoclave chamber. With the autoclave bins inside, the operator tightly seals the charge door. Ensuring a secure seal is crucial to maintaining the integrity of the autoclave chamber throughout the sterilization process.
To initiate the steam decontamination cycle, the autoclave's interior is purged of air. This can be achieved using either a vacuum pump or gravity displacement. We utilize a vacuum pump. The removal of air creates a vacuum condition within the autoclave, which facilitates the thorough penetration of decontaminating steam into the waste. This significantly enhances the treatment's effectiveness.
Sterilizing Biomedical Waste
High-pressure steam is introduced into the autoclave chamber from an external natural gas boiler. The steam is pressurized to raise the temperature of the waste to levels of 285°F, as per the facility's permit and operational protocols. This elevated temperature is sustained for a minimum of 25 minutes to ensure complete sterilization and decontamination of the biomedical waste. Specific time and temperature requirements may vary depending on regulatory changes.
In addition to the steam injection process, a dry air condenser is employed as an integral part of the autoclave system. This condenser plays a crucial role in efficiently cooling and condensing the steam, converting it back into water. The condensed water can then be safely disposed of, leaving the treated waste dry and free from excess moisture.
During the treatment phase, the high-pressure steam effectively sterilizes and decontaminates the biomedical waste, eradicating pathogens and rendering the waste safe for subsequent disposal. Following the completion of the treatment cycle, the treated medical waste is removed from the autoclave chamber. Non-infectious biomedical waste that has undergone proper sterilization is transported to a designated landfill for final disposal.
The disposal of biomedical waste is subject to rigorous regulation by local, state, and federal authorities to ensure it is handled safely and in compliance with environmental guidelines. It is crucial to emphasize that each facility may have its own set of permits and operational procedures, which can specify variations in temperature, cycle times, and other parameters to meet regulatory requirements and ensure the proper decontamination of medical waste. Strict adherence to safety protocols and regulations is paramount throughout the entire autoclaving process to safeguard both the environment and human health.
Acceptable Waste Types
Our Plant City medical waste treatment facility accepts:
- Sharps Containers
- Biomedical Waste
- Non-hazardous Pharmaceutical Waste
- Non-Hazardous Waste
- Trace Chemotherapy
For smaller healthcare facilities or remote locations, we also offer Mailback Solutions, a convenient, cost-effective option for low-volume waste generators who prefer a self-managed disposal program.
Unacceptable Waste
Our autoclave facility cannot process:
- Radioactive Waste
- Compressed Gas Cylinders
- Hazardous Pharmaceutical
- Hazardous Waste
SaniTrax LLC Serving Healthcare Facilities Across Florida
SaniTrax LLC provides comprehensive pickup and transport services for medical waste disposal across Florida. Our treatment facility in Plant City serves healthcare providers throughout the state, including:
