Updated on December 16, 2024 04:02:40 PM
Nagaland is one of the northeastern states of the country, which is currently trying hard to enhance the Biomedical waste management standards to meet the health care needs of the increasing population. The increase in biomedical waste-generating facilities has increased the health care units, primarily hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centers, etc., and therefore calls for proper management of such wastes for the protection of public health and the environment. Infection and disease transmission, together with environmental pollution, are characteristic consequences of biological waste if it is treated improperly. Realizing these challenges on its part, Nagaland has developed and institutionalized an elaborate regulatory system in consonance with the Biomedical Waste Management Rules, 2016.
These regulations prescribe requirements for disposal of such waste, including segregation and collection of Biomedical waste, treatment of Biomedical waste, methods of disposal of Biomedical waste where treatment is not possible and such other measures to control possible risks. Furthermore, the state has introduced the following measures to improve waste handling: establishment of centralized facilities for processing the wastes, training health care personnel on ways of handling waste, and improving public awareness of the need to exercise proper handling of wastes. All these endeavors are in an attempt to minimize disasters from healthcare-related incidents to the environment while seeking to maximize the safety of the citizens. Thus, Nagaland is moving towards sustainable health care practices and a cleaner and safer environment for people by laying emphasis on the biomedical waste management infrastructure.
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:
| 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.
Adequate management of biomedical waste is very important to ensure the health and wellbeing of the population and reduce environmental degradation in Nagaland. Thus, there being strict rules and regulations, as well as an authorization process to follow, health care facilities must adhere to the Biomedical Waste Management Rules, 2016. This process requires documentation, submission of the application, and final examination by the Pollution Control Committee, abbreviated as PCC. Biomedical waste management not only halts the spread of diseases and contamination of the surroundings but also maintains legal compliance, protection of healthcare workers, and cost-effectiveness for organizations. Thus, following these guidelines, Nagaland is moving in the right direction in a bid to have a sustainable, safer health care system.
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Biomedical waste disposal and its management require special attention in order to avoid spreading diseases among people and polluting the environment. Due to the increasing presence of institutions in the healthcare sector in Nagaland, waste disposal is critical for the safety of the people as well as the environment.
The memorandum required the Nagaland health care facilities to fill out Form II and provide necessary documents and processing fees to the Pollution Control Committee (PCC). The PCC will perform a field check on the application, and when that is done, the authorization is granted.
Some of the documents include a requisition letter, proof of site possession, a company document, i.e., a Memorandum of Articles, a layout plan, a flow chart, a water balance, a wastewater balance, and a land use classification certificate.
The Medical Waste Management Rules 2016 state that noncompliance with the rules can attract fines, legal proceedings, or even shutting down of the health care facilities by the PCC.
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