Updated on December 16, 2024 04:02:39 PM
Jharkhand is an eastern state of India that lacks proper systems and infrastructure for handling the biomedical waste produced by numerous healthcare centers in the region. Thus, at present, there are about 5,500 hospitals and nursing homes and clinics in the state, and while only 40 percent of biomedical waste may be treated through adequate resource facilities, the remaining about 60 percent continues to remain untreated due to scanty disposal facilities. Today the state runs only two typical biomedical waste incineration plants, which are insufficient in volume to cope with the increasing waste stock. This makes the health and environment more endangered since the biomedical wastes, when not treated, would cause more havoc to the environment and endanger human health.
Lack of functional incineration units not only affects the absence of effective management of wastes but also emphasizes the need for the creation and usage of other waste treatment facilities. Therefore, it is important to address these deficiencies to enhance the general management of biomedical waste, health risks, and environmental conservation in Jharkhand. Better treatment of wastes and stronger wastes disposal infrastructures are required to tackle the escalating volume of hazardous wastes and thus provide the people of the state with an environment free of dangers.
Biomedical waste (BMW) refers to all kinds of waste produced in the diagnosis or treatment of diseases affecting human beings or animals, in the process of vaccination, or in conducting research activities. This waste is pathogenic and toxic; it may cause harm to the health of those who will come into contact with it in case it is not well disposed of. These include used syringes, needles, bandages, human tissues, organs, body fluids, pharmaceutical products, chemicals, and discarded medical equipment.
This biomedical waste, if not disposed of properly, can cause the spread of diseases, pollute water and soil resources, and also expose people to hazardous chemicals. Due to such risks associated with biomedical wastes, standards and protocols have been followed for handling and disposal of these wastes, including segregation, collection, storage, transportation, and disposal. For example, in India, the BioMedical Waste Management Rules, 2016 have given clear guidelines to the healthcare facility to follow the biomedical waste management and disposal system.
Biomedical waste management requires segregation at the source, using containers of different colors depending on the waste, and then disposal through incineration. autoclaving, or microwaving depending on the waste in question. Applied management not only involves safeguarding people's health but also preserving the environment, thus making the environment safer and cleaner.
The following are the benefits of proper biomedical waste management, which is considered essential:
As per the provisions of the applicable law, it is mandatory that no person can collect, store, treat, dispose of, or handle Biomedical waste in any form without prior written permission from the PCC.
The first step in obtaining biomedical waste management authorization is to gather all the necessary documents. These include a detailed plan of layout of the facility, documents of proof of ownership or lease, a list of the equipment used in waste management, and others.
For the production of biomedical waste, the occupier must fill out Form II as per the Biomedical Waste Rules along with the prescribed processing fees in the form of a demand draft to the Member Secretary of the concerned Pollution Control Committee (PCC) of the state before the start of any work.
The PCC does the field-level check and review of the application, and then the biomedical waste authorization is issued.
PCC provides biomedical waste authorization to bedded HCFs and non-bedded facilities after satisfying the requirement of the legislation.
The documents required for obtaining biomedical waste authorization typically include:
Granting Authorization under biomedical Waste Management Rule, 2016
| S no. | Conditions | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | HCFs/Clinics which are non-bedded | ₹5000/- One Time |
| 2. | Pathological laboratories, and blood banks | ₹1000/- per annum |
| 3. | Veterinary-Institutions, Dispensaries and Animal houses | ₹1000/- per annum |
| 4. | Hospitals, Nursing Homes and Health Care Establishments | ₹1000/- per annum up to 4 beds and additional ₹100 per bed per annum from fifth bed onwards. |
| 5. | Operator of the Common Biomedical Waste Treatment Facility | ₹10, 000/- per annum |
| 6. | Collection, Packaging and Transporter of Biomedical waste | ₹7, 500/- per annum |
Note: Professional Fees to obtain Biomedical Waste Management Authorization in ₹25,000 (only with Professional Utilities)
Biomedical waste management authorization in India is contentious based on the categorization of the healthcare facility (HCF) and bedded or non-bedded status:
The authorization to be made for the HCF is lost if there are any alterations in the activities of the HCF. The prescribed authority has 90 days to counter the application, and in the absence of such a response, the authorization is deemed to have been granted.
The management of biomedical wastes has been problematic due to the inadequacy of disposal means, with only two incineration centers for nearly 5,500 health facilities. Implementation of a proper system of disposal of Biomedical waste is very important for the health of the people and the environment and for compliance to the laws of the country. The process involves getting permits from the Pollution Control Committee, filling out the required documents, and following the fee regulations depending on the category of the facility. When proper waste management is in practice, it not only deals with the health risks arising out of a bad waste disposal system but also helps in reverting back to environmental management. Failure to meet these needs calls for a better infrastructure and strong effectiveness of the processes involved to ensure a better way of handling waste in the state.
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Proper management of biomedical waste is required for Jharkhand because of a lack of disposal facilities across the state and more waste production. Effective control of diseases helps minimize the transmission of diseases, protect the environment an,nform to health standards, and act as a precaution to the health of people and the environment.
For authorization, the facilities need to fill out Form II and enclose necessary documents and processing fees to the Pollution Control Committee (PCC). This one will be processed and approved by the PCC after a field check has been conducted to ensure that all requirements have been fulfilled before an authorization is granted.
If there is a change in the activities of the healthcare facility, it has to notify the prescribed authority because the permit as stated earlier may be rendered invalid. The authority has 90 days to respond; otherwise, the application is deemed to have been granted.
Although there are some healthcare facilities that have their own management systems for waste, many of them are compelled to transport their wastes to licensed treatment and disposal facilities. Qualification of on-site management of prisoners for practice waste meet certain standards to provide safety and efficacy.
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