Put needles, syringes, lancets, and other sharp objects in a hard plastic holder (bleach bottle or milk jug) or a metal can with a screw-on or tight lid. If a coffee can is used, cover the plastic lid with heavy tape.

Do not put sharp objects in anything that is to be recycled.

Do not use anything made of glass or clear plastic.

Keep waste out of the reach of young children and pets. Throw medical waste away as often as other garbage.

Put any bloody items in a tightly fastened plastic bag before putting them in with other household garbage.

Do not label the bag or container "medical waste." These terms are used by health care professionals only.