Biomedical Waste Management Practices in Healthcare Facilities: A Comprehensive Analysis and Safety Enhancement Strategies

Biomedical waste management represents a critical challenge in healthcare settings, with significant implications for public health, environmental safety, and occupational hazards. This comprehensive review analyzes current practices, challenges, and improvement strategies in hospital biomedical waste management systems across various healthcare facilities. The study examines data from 50 research articles, focusing on waste segregation, collection, storage, transportation, and disposal methods. Key findings reveal widespread variations in compliance with waste management protocols, insufficient training programs, and inadequate infrastructure in many facilities. The review also highlights successful interventions and innovative approaches that have demonstrated improved safety outcomes. Recommendations for enhancing biomedical waste management practices emphasize the need for standardized protocols, regular staff training, advanced treatment technologies, and robust monitoring systems.