Proposal on the proper disposal of discarded masks
In order to actively and effectively respond to the pneumonia epidemic caused by the new coronavirus infection, the current use of masks in the city has surged. In order to prevent secondary pollution caused by discarded masks, in Therefore, it is recommended that all citizens properly dispose of discarded masks and do not throw them away at will:
1. When in a medical institution: you can put the mask directly into a medical waste garbage bag. As a medical waste, the mask should be disposed of by a professionally qualified institution. Carry out centralized processing.
2. Outside medical institutions: For healthy people, because the risk is low, used masks can be sealed in a sealed bag or fresh-keeping bag and thrown directly into the "other garbage" trash can. For people who are suspected of suffering from infectious diseases, when they seek medical treatment or undergo investigation and disposal, they should hand over the used masks to the corresponding staff for disposal as medical waste. For people with symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, sneezing, etc., or people who have been in contact with such people, it is recommended to put the mask into a sealed bag or fresh-keeping bag, and then use 5% 84 disinfectant according to 1:99 After mixing, sprinkle it on the mask for disposal. If there is no disinfectant, you can also use a sealed bag or fresh-keeping bag to seal the mask and throw it into a hazardous trash can.
3. Precautions: Do not touch masks used by others. After using the mask, do not put it directly in your bag or pocket. Used masks should be easily damaged to prevent criminals from recycling them and selling them.
Please take action together! Join hands and unite as one to win the battle against the new coronavirus!