Medical Waste Disposal Program - Annual Report

Program Description

SFSU generates medical/biohazardous waste from COSE, CLS, Student Health Services, Mashouf Wellness Center and from locked sharps waste disposal boxes around campus.

EH&S’ Environmental Compliance Specialist, arranges for the required weekly disposal of the campus’ medical / biohazardous wastes by a licensed disposal contractor using a properly permitted disposal facility.
 

CY 2023 Update

In CY 2023, SFSU disposed of 2497 pounds of medical waste at a cost of $18,669. 

Medical Waste Disposal graph showing pounds versus cost