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Following are a set of P2 options you may wish to implement. No option is perfect for everyone, but sometimes options that have worked at one facility can work at yours. They might also serve as inspiration.

Reviewed Hospitals - Purchasing Options

Options below have reviewed by pollution prevention specialists. They are commonly recommended and implemented for facilities.

 
Work with suppliers
Call upon vendors and group purchasing organization (GPO) to identify and develop alternatives for harmful and/or wasteful products and materials.
 
Wasteful Packaging
Work with suppliers to minimize wasteful packaging.
 
reusable shipping
Receive supplies in reusable shipping containers.
 
(PVC) and DEHP
Evaluate alternatives to polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and DEHP-containing products.
 
Centralized System
Central system in place for tracking and quantifying the amount of chemicals purchased, dispensed, and disposed of.
 
Linen Purchase
Work with your linen provider to upgrade equipment to lower water and energy usage.

Unreviewed Options, Use with CautionUnreviewed Hospitals - Purchasing Options

Options below have not been reviewed by pollution prevention specialists. They are commonly recommended and implemented for facilities.

 
Purchase Cidex Opa
Switch from Cidex Glutaraldehyde to less hazardous Cidex OPA for all cold sterilization of equipment including endoscopic probes. Cidex Glutaraldehyde requires air monitoring. Switching will save on regulatory compliance costs and be safer for staff.



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