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Where should used needles be disposed of?

Regular trash
Biological waste container
Sharps container
Incinerator

The correct answer is: Sharps container

Used needles must be disposed of in a sharps container because this is specifically designed to safely contain and manage sharp objects such as needles, blades, and other potential biohazards. Sharps containers are puncture-resistant, lockable, and made from materials that can withstand the physical integrity of sharp objects. This prevents injuries and protects both workers and the general public from the dangers associated with improperly disposed of needles, such as needle-stick injuries which can transmit blood-borne pathogens. While a biological waste container is used for various forms of biological waste, it does not provide the same level of safety and functionality specifically for sharps. Regular trash and incinerators are inappropriate because they do not comply with health and safety regulations for hazardous medical waste; needles can pose significant risks if mishandled or exposed. Therefore, using a sharps container is the best and safest practice for disposing of used needles.