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[10]Disposal of Medical Devices
and Equipment
[10]Disposal of Medical Devices and Equipment
1. Disposal of this equipment and
its components
This equipment including its various components and replacement parts
is deemed to be medical equipment.
Any medical devices that could possibly be contaminated must be first
decontaminated by the dentist or medical institution responsible and then
be disposed of by an agent licensed and qualified to handle medical and
industrial waste.
Even devices and equipment that is not considered to be a contamination
risk must be disposed of according to local laws and regulations.