UC Davis Medical Center takes its commitment to our patients' and communities' health and safety very seriously.
As you may be aware, state and local government entities have recently shown increased interest in hospitals and other medical facilities’ management practices concerning medical waste, hazardous waste and protected health information, including the potential unlawful disposal of biohazardous and pathological medical waste, pharmaceutical drugs, sharps, hazardous/universal waste, and documents and other materials revealing protected health information.
UC Davis Health has been and will continue to be proactive in ensuring that our facilities comply with all applicable laws and policies. As part of this effort, please ensure that all appropriate staff is trained in waste disposal practices and that all disposal policies and procedures are reviewed and closely followed. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Environmental Health & Safety Director Kaila Benton-Vitz.
Sincerely,
Michael Condrin Chief Administrator, UC Davis Medical Center Chief Operating Officer, UC Davis Health
