Resources

These national guidelines provide a comprehensive framework for the safe management of healthcare waste (HCWM) in Liberia. Developed by the National Public Health Institute of Liberia and the Ministry of Health, with support from partners such as WHO and CDC, the guidelines cover classification, segregation, collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal of healthcare waste. It includes protocols for occupational safety, training, planning, infrastructure, and specific procedures during public health emergencies like COVID-19.