Decision No. 232, dated April 1, 2026 on the Approval of the Regulation for Hospital Waste Management.

This Decision defines the technical standards for the entire lifecycle of medical waste, beginning at the point of generation and continuing through collection, transport, and final treatment. It applies to all health care providers, including public hospitals, private clinics, laboratories, and veterinary practices. It establishes strict protocols for the segregation of infectious, hazardous, and non-hazardous materials, thus aiming to prevent cross-contamination and ensure that high-risk materials are isolated from the general waste stream.
A significant inclusion in this legal instrument is the extension of management responsibilities to medical waste produced in domestic settings. Individuals engaged in self-treatment at home are now required to adhere to specific separation and packaging standards for sharps and other medical materials. This measure is intended to mitigate the risks posed to waste management personnel and the public by ensuring that hazardous household items are diverted into specialized disposal channels rather than municipal landfills.
Furthermore, the Decision mandates a centralized oversight model and introduces rigorous documentation requirements for authorized operators. Every stage of the waste handling process must be tracked using standardized codes and digital logs to maintain accountability. Environmental protections are prioritized through the enforcement of emission limits for treatment facilities and the prohibition of medical waste disposal in unauthorized sites.