Which bag is used for infectious clinical waste?

• A. Yellow container with a purple lid
• B. Yellow/orange bag
• C. Yellow bag with a black stripe
• D. Yellow container with a blue lid

Answer: (B)

Infectious clinical waste is identified at the point of generation by a specific color code so staff can handle it safely and send it for the right treatment. Yellow or yellow/orange bags are used for this purpose because the color signals a biohazard and the bag is designed to be strong, leak-proof, and easy to seal after waste is placed inside. This helps prevent leakage or exposure and guides disposal to appropriate processes, such as incineration or other approved treatment.

The other options don’t align with this standard safety signal in most healthcare settings. They refer to different containers or colors that are typically used for other waste streams, not infectious clinical waste.