Use the yellow and black striped bags for non-infectious bandages, masks, and dressings Use the orange waste bags for infectious waste that is not chemically and/or medically contaminated, such as bandages and dressings Use the yellow waste bags only for infectious clinical waste that is also chemically and/or medically contaminated.

Discard materials into a suitable container or bag. It must conform to the required standards (e.g. UN approved). Use bags that are marked or coloured for infectious waste. This includes orange or yellow bags (or signs), and text or symbols indicating the bag contains hazardous waste for treatment or incineration.

A Biohazard Infectious Waste Sign has safety text and/or images for chemical safety protocol and compliance. A Biohazard Infectious Waste Sign is a useful tool to help protect the health and safety of staff, and is not a substitute for necessary protective measures for lessening or eliminating hazards.