Sharps disposal by self-injectors is not typically regulated, and self-injectors do not always know the safest disposal methods. This situation could lead to haphazard disposal habits and increased community exposure to sharps. People at the greatest risk of being stuck by used sharps include sanitation and sewage treatment workers, janitors and housekeepers, and children. This document suggests safe options states and local governments can provide citizens for safe needle disposal.

• Community Options for Safe Needle Disposal (PDF)(8 pp, 593 K, October 2004, EPA530-K-04-001)