Storage before final disposal
Ind. Code § 16-41-16-7.9
in effectSec. 7.9. (a) If infectious waste is stored before final disposal, a person shall do the following:
(1) Store the infectious waste in a secure area that:
(A) is locked or otherwise secured to eliminate access by or exposure to the public;
(B) affords protection from adverse environmental conditions and vermin; and
(C) prominently displays a biohazard symbol.
(2) Store the infectious waste in manner that:
(A) preserves the integrity of the container in which the infectious waste is stored; and
(B) is not conducive to rapid microbial growth and putrefaction.
(3) Except as provided in subsection (b), disinfect a reusable container for infectious waste each time the container is emptied.
(b) A person is not required to disinfect a reusable container under subsection (a)(3) if the reusable container was protected from contamination by a disposable liner, bag, or other device that was removed with the infectious waste.
As added by P.L.96-2026, SEC.35.
Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://iga.in.gov/laws/2026/ic/titles/16Fetched: 10/17/2026