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Audit Details

Inspection area or department

Container ID or location identifier

Inspection date and time

Inspector name and title

Reference standard used

Container Fill Level and Replacement

Container fill level is below the maximum fill line critical (required)

Verify the container is not overfilled and remains within the manufacturer fill limit.

Yes No N/A

Fill level percentage

Record the estimated fill percentage for the container.

Note (optional)

Container is scheduled for replacement before reaching the fill limit critical (required)

Confirm replacement occurs before overfill risk or unsafe access conditions develop.

Yes No N/A

Replacement date or disposal pickup recorded

Note (optional)

Mounting, Placement, and Accessibility

Container is mounted or placed at a safe, reachable height critical (required)

Verify the container can be accessed without unsafe reaching, bending, or climbing.

Yes No N/A

Container opening is unobstructed and visible from point of use critical (required)

The container should be easy to locate and use immediately after sharps generation.

Yes No N/A

Container is located as close as practical to the point of use critical (required)

Confirm placement supports immediate disposal and reduces transport of exposed sharps.

Yes No N/A

Mounting height measured from floor

Record the mounting height to verify it is consistent with facility policy and safe access expectations.

Note (optional)

Container Condition and Labeling

Container is puncture-resistant and intact critical (required)

Check for cracks, holes, deformation, or other damage that could allow sharps to protrude or escape.

Yes No N/A

Lid and closure mechanism function properly critical (required)

Verify the lid closes securely and the container can be sealed for disposal without reopening risk.

Yes No N/A

Biohazard or sharps warning label is present and legible critical (required)

Labeling must clearly identify the contents and hazard status of the container.

Yes No N/A

Container is compatible with the sharps being discarded

Confirm the container design is appropriate for the type and volume of sharps generated in the area.

Yes No N/A

Disposal Log and Compliance Records

Disposal log entry is complete for this container critical (required)

Verify the log includes date, location, container identifier, and disposal or pickup status.

Yes No N/A

Pickup or replacement frequency matches facility schedule

Confirm the container is removed or replaced at the required interval to prevent overfill and exposure risk.

Yes No N/A

Any deficiencies documented with corrective action assigned

Record whether non-conformances were assigned to an owner with a due date.

Yes No N/A

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Audit Details

Container Fill Level and Replacement

Mounting, Placement, and Accessibility

Container Condition and Labeling

Disposal Log and Compliance Records

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