Follow your local, state, and facility disposal rules
Do not overfill the sharps container
Close and secure the lid when it reaches the fill line
Do not recap, bend, break, or remove needles
Do not place sharps in regular trash or recycling
Use a designated sharps disposal drop-off site or approved mail-back program
Place the sealed container in the approved collection container if required
Label the container if your local rules require it
Wash hands after handling the container
Keep the container out of reach of children and pets until disposal
Contact your local health department or waste service for approved disposal options