What to Do with Used Sharps in Oklahoma
Put used sharps in a strong, plastic container
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Put the plastic container in the household trash - don't recycle!
If a trash collector is reluctant to collect a red sharps container, refer them to your state waste agency.
Sharps should never be thrown loosely into the trash or toilet
Sharps that retract after use, or are very small, should be disposed of like all other sharps.
At this time, SafeNeedleDisposal.org knows of community-sponsored sharps disposal programs in Durant, Midwest City, Norman, Sapulpa, Stillwater, Tahlequah and Tulsa.
Please note that Needleclipper.com is not affiliated with these facilities or programs. Contact the individual facility to confirm hours of operation and requirements.
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State Guidelines for Oklahoma
The Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality does not provide written recommendations for disposing of home-generated sharps. However, individuals are responsible for ensuring that their used sharps are stored in a way that does not cause a health hazard.
State Data Last Modified: 08/19/2022
Data source: SafeNeedleDisposal.org
