2. What is BMW
• Any waste which is generated during the process of diagnosis,
treatment &research conducted for human beings &animals
3. BMW Policy
• Every hospital to develop a comprehensive system for handling
medical waste in terms of segregation,transportation & disposal
• A licence has to be obtained from state pollution control board so as
to handle the infective waste.
4. Objective of BMW m/n
1. To minimize the production /generation of infective waste.
2. Teat the waste by safe & environmentally acceptable methods
3. Adequate care in handling to prevent HAI
4. Safety precautions during handling the BMW.