FAQ - Proper Disposal of Medical Sharps
FAQ - Proper Disposal of Sharps
Q. What is considered a sharp?
A. Needles - hollow needles used to inject drugs (medication) under the skin. Syringes - devices used to inject medication into or withdraw fluid from the body. Lancets, also called "fingerstick" devices - instruments with short, two-edged blade used to get drops of blood for testing.
Q. Where can I take sharps for proper disposal?
A. Montgomery County Health Department - 1580 Constitution Row Suite G - Crawfordsville, IN. Office Hours: 8am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday.
Crawfordsville Police Department - 311 North Green Street - Crawfordsville, IN. Lobby Hours 24/7. If you have a large amount of sharps to dispose of, CPD requests that those be brought in during regular business hours: 8am to 4:00pm