In February of 2004 a committee was developed with an established goal of lowering red bag waste by 15%, sharps by 5%, and hazardous waste by 13% by the end of 2005. This was done by monitoring waste processes and education of staff on waste segregation processes.
P2 Application:
Education of staff on waste segregation, pollution prevention techniques and waste reduction techniques.
Total Cost Savings: $5,628.00
Comments: Saved on hazardous waste due to large shipments in 2004
Details of Reductions
161,709.0 - Pounds of
Red bag waste
Comments: reduced 161,709 pounds of red bag waste in 2004, and by 13,476 pounds monthly
