Clinical waste, including pharmaceutical waste
CPC v2.1 Code: 3993
About clinical waste, including pharmaceutical waste
cpc code 3993 covers the collection, transportation, and disposal of clinical waste, including pharmaceutical waste. This industry plays a crucial role in the healthcare sector, ensuring the safe and responsible management of hazardous materials that could pose a threat to public health and the environment. As the healthcare industry continues to grow, the demand for efficient and compliant clinical waste management services has become increasingly important within the broader economy.
Production process
The main production techniques used in this industry involve the collection, segregation, transportation, and disposal of clinical waste. Waste is typically collected from healthcare facilities, such as hospitals, clinics, and laboratories, and transported to specialized treatment facilities. At these facilities, the waste is sorted, treated, and disposed of using a variety of methods, including incineration, autoclaving, and chemical disinfection, depending on the type and composition of the waste.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for this industry include specialized collection and transportation vehicles, personal protective equipment (PPE) for workers, and treatment equipment such as incinerators, autoclaves, and chemical disinfection systems. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce of waste management professionals, including drivers, technicians, and regulatory compliance experts.
Production outputs
The main output of this industry is the safe and responsible disposal of clinical waste, which helps to prevent the spread of infectious diseases and protect public health. The waste generated by this industry may be further processed or utilized by other industries, such as 3994 Waste treatment and disposal, 3995 Remediation activities and other waste management services, or 2423 Manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemicals and botanical products.
Family tree for clinical waste, including pharmaceutical waste
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A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3'>3: Other transportable goods, except metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/39'>39: Wastes or scraps</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/399'>399: Other wastes and scraps</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3993'>3993: Clinical waste, including pharmaceutical waste</a>"]
C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3991'>3991: Municipal waste</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3992'>3992: Sewage sludge</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3994'>3994: Waste organic solvents</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3995'>3995: Wastes from chemical or allied industries</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3999'>3999: Other wastes n.e.c.</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/39931'>39931: Pharmaceutical waste</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/39939'>39939: Other clinical waste</a>"]
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