Medical waste putting device

Abstract

The invention provides a medical waste putting device, and relates to the field of medical instruments. The device comprises a throwing main body module, classified storage modules, a disinfection module and a control module, the throwing main body module is a main box body of a hollow shell structure, the interior of the main box body is divided into four independent storage cabins, the four independent storage cabins are classified storage modules, and the classified storage modules are connected with the disinfection module. And the four cabins are respectively an infectious waste storage cabin, an injury waste storage cabin, a chemical medicine waste storage cabin and a pathological waste storage cabin. According to the medical waste putting device, the technical problems that an existing device is not tight in sealing, not thorough in disinfection, not capable of tracing, inconvenient to operate and lack of overflow early warning are solved, the problem that the existing device is not tight in sealing is solved through the sealing rubber strip of the sealing cover plate and the separated design of the independent storage cabin, harmful gas leakage is effectively prevented, and the medical waste putting device is suitable for popularization and application. The cross infection risk is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of medical devices, specifically a medical waste disposal device. Background Technology

[0002] Medical waste refers to waste generated by medical and health institutions during medical treatment, prevention, healthcare, and other related activities that has direct or indirect infectiousness, toxicity, or other hazards. It mainly includes five categories: infectious waste, sharps waste, pathological waste, chemical waste, and pharmaceutical waste. Because medical waste carries a large number of germs and viruses, and some contain toxic and harmful substances, improper handling can easily cause environmental pollution, cross-infection, and even public health emergencies. Therefore, the standardized disposal and management of medical waste is crucial.

[0003] Currently, the medical waste disposal devices commonly used in medical facilities are mostly simple classified trash cans, which are manually flip-topped or foot-operated, and have the following problems:

[0004] The accuracy of waste sorting is low. Existing devices rely solely on external signage to guide sorting, depending on the operator's subjective judgment, which easily leads to mis-sorting and mixed disposal, increasing the difficulty of subsequent processing and even causing secondary pollution. Disinfection is not timely or comprehensive, and most devices lack automatic disinfection functions, requiring regular manual disinfection. The frequency and scope of disinfection are difficult to guarantee, and it is impossible to effectively kill germs in the disposal port and storage chamber. Furthermore, operators face the risk of infection during manual disinfection. Source traceability management is difficult. Existing devices cannot record the time, type, and operator information of medical waste disposal. When medical waste disposal disputes or pollution incidents occur, it is difficult to trace the source, which is not conducive to the determination of responsibility and the investigation of problems.

[0005] To address the aforementioned issues, there is an urgent need to design a medical waste disposal device with functions of sorting, real-time disinfection, and traceability management. This would improve the safety, standardization, and traceability of medical waste disposal, thereby effectively resolving the aforementioned problems and difficulties. Summary of the Invention

[0006] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a medical waste disposal device that solves the technical problems of inadequate sealing, incomplete disinfection, lack of traceability, inconvenient operation, and lack of overflow warning in existing devices. Through the sealing strips on the sealing cover and the separate design of the independent storage compartment, the problem of inadequate sealing in existing devices is solved, effectively preventing the leakage of harmful gases and reducing the risk of cross-infection. It employs a dual disinfection mechanism combining ultraviolet disinfection and chemical spray disinfection, covering disinfection needs in different scenarios, resulting in more comprehensive and thorough disinfection and improving the hygiene and safety level of medical facilities. It integrates RFID identification, disposal information recording, and data transmission functions to achieve traceability management of medical waste. Furthermore, with overflow warning, convenient retrieval and placement, and emergency control designs, the device's standardization, convenience, and safety are enhanced, meeting the actual usage needs of medical facilities.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0008] A medical waste disposal device includes a disposal main module, a sorting and storage module, a disinfection module, and a control module. The disposal main module is a hollow shell structure main body, the interior of which is divided into four independent storage compartments. The four independent storage compartments are sorting and storage modules, namely, an infectious waste storage compartment, a sharps waste storage compartment, a chemical drug waste storage compartment, and a pathological waste storage compartment. The top of the main body is provided with a disposal port at the corresponding position of each of the four independent storage compartments. Each disposal port is provided with a sealing cover plate. Each sealing cover plate is provided with transparent glass and a sealing strip is provided around the edge in contact with the disposal port.

[0009] The main body has a partition in the middle of its interior, which divides the four independent storage compartments into upper and lower parts. Each of the four independent storage compartments has a dispensing channel in the middle of the partition. Each dispensing channel has a dispensing trough installed in it. Each dispensing trough has a dispensing funnel fixedly installed at the bottom. Each dispensing funnel is equipped with a waste collection box at the bottom.

[0010] Through the above technical solutions, the transparent glass of the sealed cover makes it easy to observe the status of the disposal channel, the sealing strip enhances the sealing of the disposal port to prevent the leakage of harmful gases, and the inclined disposal trough works in conjunction with the disposal funnel to guide waste to fall quickly into the collection box, avoid residue adhesion, and improve disposal smoothness.

[0011] Furthermore, the disinfection module includes an ultraviolet disinfection lamp and a disinfection spraying device. The disinfection spraying device is equipped with four disinfection spray nozzles. The disinfection spraying device is connected to the four disinfection spray nozzles through connecting pipes. The four disinfection spray nozzles are installed below the partition of each independent storage compartment. Each independent storage compartment is equipped with two sets of ultraviolet disinfection lamps located below the partition.

[0012] Through the above technical solutions, the disinfection spraying equipment can spray medical disinfectants to chemically disinfect the surface of waste and the inner wall of the collection box, while ultraviolet disinfection lamps achieve physical disinfection. The dual disinfection mechanism covers different types of waste, ensuring comprehensive and thorough disinfection.

[0013] Furthermore, each of the waste collection bins is fixedly provided with a ring of stable base at the bottom, each of the waste collection bins is provided with a viewing window in the middle of the two side walls, and each of the waste collection bins is fixedly provided with two handles in the middle of the rear end face;

[0014] The above technical solutions improve the stability of the collection box by providing a stable base and preventing it from tipping over. The viewing window allows for easy and intuitive observation of the waste volume, and the handle design makes it easy for operators to hold the box, simplifying the process of picking up and placing the collection box.

[0015] Furthermore, each of the independent storage compartments has a liquid level infrared sensor installed in the middle of the two side walls at the height of the viewing window of the waste collection box.

[0016] Through the above technical solution, the liquid level infrared sensor monitors the height of waste accumulation in the collection box in real time. When the set threshold is reached, an early warning is triggered to prevent waste from overflowing and causing pollution.

[0017] Furthermore, the control module includes a control host, which includes a data recording module and a relay. The data recording module integrates an RFID card reader and a clock setting module, which can read the operator's RFID identification card information and record the disposal time and waste type. It is also equipped with a data transmission interface, including a USB interface and a wireless transmission module.

[0018] The above technical solutions enable operator identity verification, ensuring standardized operation; the recording and transmission of disposal information facilitates the full-process traceability management of medical waste and meets regulatory requirements.

[0019] Furthermore, a rear door is provided at each independent storage compartment on the rear end face of the main body, and a rotatable ramp is provided at the bottom of the rear end face of the main body;

[0020] With the above technical solution, the rear door can be easily opened to open the independent storage compartment. After the ramp is unfolded, it forms an inclined channel. Operators can pull the collection box out along the ramp using the handle, eliminating the need for lifting and reducing labor intensity.

[0021] Furthermore, an emergency stop button and an alarm are provided on the side wall of the main housing;

[0022] Through the above technical solutions, the emergency stop button can quickly cut off the power and stop all operating programs in the event of equipment failure or emergencies; the alarm can respond to abnormal situations such as overflow, disinfection failure, and authentication failure, and promptly remind staff to handle them.

[0023] Furthermore, the control host of the control module is electrically connected to the emergency stop button, the alarm, the ultraviolet disinfection lamp, and the disinfection spraying equipment;

[0024] The above technical solutions enable centralized control and collaborative operation of each module, ensuring automatic triggering of the disinfection process and timely response to abnormal situations, thereby enhancing the intelligence level of the device.

[0025] Furthermore, the bottom of the main housing is equipped with four self-locking casters;

[0026] Through the above technical solution, the self-locking caster wheel makes it easy to move the device to different usage positions, and the self-locking function can fix the device and prevent displacement during use, thus balancing flexibility and stability.

[0027] Furthermore, the front end face of the main housing is provided with four nameplate placement slots;

[0028] The above technical solution allows for the attachment of labels corresponding to different waste types to the nameplate placement slots, making it easy to distinguish between different storage compartments and avoiding incorrect disposal.

[0029] This invention provides a medical waste disposal device. It has the following beneficial effects:

[0030] 1. This invention provides a medical waste disposal device, which solves the problem of poor sealing in existing devices by using sealing strips on the sealing cover and a separate design for the independent storage compartment, effectively preventing the leakage of harmful gases and reducing the risk of cross-infection.

[0031] 2. This invention provides a medical waste disposal device that employs a dual disinfection mechanism combining ultraviolet disinfection and chemical spraying disinfection, covering disinfection needs in different scenarios, resulting in more comprehensive and thorough disinfection and improving the hygiene and safety level of medical facilities.

[0032] 3. This invention provides a medical waste disposal device that integrates RFID identification, disposal information recording, and data transmission functions to achieve traceability management of medical waste. It also incorporates overflow warning, convenient retrieval and disposal, and emergency control designs to improve the standardization, convenience, and safety of the device and meet the actual usage needs of medical facilities. Attached Figure Description

[0033] Figure 1 This is an overall isometric view of the medical waste disposal device of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 2 This is a front view of the medical waste disposal device of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 3 This is a top view of the medical waste disposal device of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 4 This is a side view of the medical waste disposal device of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 5 This is a rear view of the medical waste disposal device of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 6 This is a front sectional view of the medical waste disposal device of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the waste collection box of the medical waste disposal device of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the dispensing funnel of the medical waste dispensing device of the present invention.

[0041] In the picture:

[0042] 1. Main body; 2. Control unit; 3. Emergency stop button; 4. Disinfection spraying equipment; 5. Alarm; 6. Self-locking casters; 7. Independent storage compartment; 8. Dispensing port; 9. Nameplate placement slot; 10. Partition; 11. Dispensing trough; 12. Dispensing funnel; 13. Ultraviolet disinfection lamp; 14. Disinfection spray nozzle; 15. Waste collection bin; 16. Stabilizing base; 17. Viewing window; 18. Handle; 19. Ramp; 20. Rear door; 21. Liquid level infrared sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0043] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0044] Example 1:

[0045] like Figure 1-8 As shown, this embodiment of the invention provides a medical waste disposal device, including a disposal main module, a sorting and storage module, a disinfection module, and a control module. The disposal main module is a hollow shell main body 1, the interior of which is divided into four independent storage compartments 7. These four independent storage compartments 7 are sorting and storage modules, namely, an infectious waste storage compartment, a sharps waste storage compartment, a chemical drug waste storage compartment, and a pathological waste storage compartment. A disposal port 8 is provided at the top of the main body 1 at each of the four independent storage compartments 7. Each disposal port 8 is provided with a sealing cover, and each sealing cover is provided with transparent glass. The edges contacting the disposal port 8 are also provided with... A sealing strip surrounds the main body 1, and a partition 10 is located in the center of the interior. The partition 10 divides the four independent storage compartments 7 into upper and lower parts. Each partition 10 has a dispensing channel in the center of the four independent storage compartments 7. Each dispensing channel is equipped with a dispensing trough 11, and a dispensing funnel 12 is fixedly installed at the bottom of each dispensing trough 11. Each dispensing funnel 12 is equipped with a waste collection box 15 at the bottom. The transparent glass of the sealing cover allows for easy observation of the dispensing channel status. The sealing strip enhances the sealing of the dispensing port and prevents the leakage of harmful gases. The inclined design of the dispensing trough and the dispensing funnel guides the waste to fall quickly into the collection box, avoiding residue adhesion and improving the smoothness of dispensing.

[0046] The disinfection module includes an ultraviolet disinfection lamp 13 and a disinfection spraying device 4. The disinfection spraying device 4 is equipped with four disinfection spray nozzles 14. The disinfection spraying device 4 is connected to the four disinfection spray nozzles 14 through connecting pipes. The four disinfection spray nozzles 14 are installed below the partition 10 of each independent storage compartment 7. Each independent storage compartment 7 is equipped with two sets of ultraviolet disinfection lamps 13 located below the partition 10. The disinfection spraying device can spray medical disinfectant to chemically disinfect the surface of waste and the inner wall of the collection box, while the ultraviolet disinfection lamps achieve physical disinfection. The dual disinfection mechanism covers different types of waste, ensuring comprehensive and thorough disinfection. Each waste collection box 15 has a fixed stable base 16 at the bottom. Each waste collection box 15 has a viewing window 17 in the middle of the two side walls. Each waste collection box 15 has two handles 18 fixed in the middle of the rear face. The stable base improves the stability of the collection box and prevents it from tipping over; the viewing window allows for direct observation of the waste volume; and the handles are designed for easy gripping by operators, simplifying the process of picking up and placing the collection box.Each independent storage compartment 7 has a liquid level infrared sensor 21 installed at the height of the viewing window 17 of the waste collection box 15 on the middle of both side walls. The liquid level infrared sensor monitors the height of waste accumulation in the collection box in real time. When the set threshold is reached, an alarm is triggered to prevent waste from overflowing and causing pollution. The control module includes a control host 2, which includes a data recording module and a relay. The data recording module integrates an RFID card reader and a clock setting module, which can read the operator's RFID identity card information and record the disposal time and waste type. It is also equipped with a data transmission interface, including a USB interface and a wireless transmission module, to realize operator authentication and ensure standardized operation. The function of recording and transmitting disposal information facilitates the whole-process traceability management of medical waste and meets regulatory requirements. The rear end of the main body 1 is equipped with a rear door 20 at each independent storage compartment 7. The bottom of the rear end of the main body 1 is equipped with a rotatable ramp 19. The rear door facilitates the opening of the independent storage compartment. After the ramp is unfolded, it forms an inclined passage. The main body 1 has an emergency stop button 3 and an alarm 5 on its side wall. The emergency stop button can quickly cut off the power and stop all operating procedures in case of equipment failure or emergency. The alarm can respond to abnormal situations such as overflow, disinfection failure, and identity verification failure, and promptly remind the staff to handle them. The control host 2 of the control module is electrically connected to the emergency stop button 3, the alarm 5, the ultraviolet disinfection lamp 13, and the disinfection spraying equipment 4 to realize centralized control and collaborative work of each module, ensuring that the disinfection process is automatically triggered and abnormal situations are responded to in a timely manner, thus improving the intelligence of the device. The bottom of the main body 1 is equipped with four self-locking casters 6. The casters facilitate the movement of the device to different usage positions, and the self-locking function can fix the device to prevent displacement during use, balancing flexibility and stability. The front face of the main body 1 is equipped with four nameplate placement slots 9. The nameplate placement slots can be used to attach the corresponding waste type identification plates, intuitively distinguishing different storage compartments and avoiding incorrect disposal.

[0047] Example 2:

[0048] like Figure 1-8 As shown in the figure, this embodiment of the invention provides a medical waste disposal device, and the method of using the medical waste disposal device is as follows:

[0049] Device deployment: Move the device to the target position using the self-locking casters 6 at the bottom of the main body 1, step on the caster self-locking pedal to fix the device, affix the corresponding waste type label to the nameplate placement slot 9, add medical disinfectant to the disinfection spraying device 4, the disinfectant is chlorine-containing disinfectant and 75% alcohol, and then connect the device power supply.

[0050] Identity verification and disposal: The operator brings the RFID identity card close to the RFID reader of the control host 2. The reader reads and verifies the identity information. After the verification is successful, the control host 2 unlocks the sealing cover of the disposal port 8 corresponding to the waste type. After the operator confirms that the disposal channel is not blocked through the transparent glass, he opens the snap-on cover and puts the medical waste into the disposal port 8. The waste slides down the disposal trough 11 into the disposal funnel 12 and is guided by the funnel to fall accurately into the waste collection box 15.

[0051] Automatic disinfection: After the product is disposed of, the operator closes the sealing cover. The cover closing signal is fed back to the control host 2 through the sensor. The control host 2 starts the disinfection process through the relay. First, the disinfection spraying equipment 4 works and sprays disinfectant into the collection box through the disinfection spray gun head 14. After the spraying is completed, the ultraviolet disinfection lamp 13 is automatically turned on and continues to disinfect. After the disinfection is completed, it is automatically turned off. The control host 2 records the disinfection time, disinfection method and operator information.

[0052] Overflow warning: The liquid level infrared sensor 21 detects the height of waste in the waste collection bin 15 in real time. When the height reaches the warning threshold, the sensor sends a signal to the control host 2. The control host 2 triggers the alarm 5 to issue an audible and visual alarm. At the same time, the overflow information is pushed to the hospital management system through the wireless transmission module to remind staff to clean it up in time.

[0053] Collection box replacement: After receiving the warning, the staff will use the key to open the rear door 20 of the corresponding independent storage compartment 7, lower the ramp 19, hold the handle 18 of the waste collection box 15, and pull the collection box out smoothly along the ramp. Replace the empty collection box, push the new collection box into the independent storage compartment 7 along the ramp, close the rear door 20 and lock it. The main control unit 2 will automatically record the replacement time and operator information.

[0054] Emergency Handling: In case of emergency such as disinfectant leakage or equipment failure during use, the operator can press the emergency stop button 3. The control host 2 will immediately cut off the power to the disinfection module and control module, stop all operating programs, and after the fault is cleared, rotate the emergency stop button to reset and restart the device to restore normal use.

[0055] The following points should be noted in this article:

[0056] 1. The accompanying drawings of the embodiments disclosed herein only relate to the structures involved in the embodiments disclosed herein; other structures can be referred to in general design.

[0057] 2. Where there is no conflict, the embodiments of this disclosure and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other to obtain new embodiments.

[0058] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A medical waste disposal device, comprising a disposal main body module, a classified storage module, a disinfection module and a control module, characterized in that: The main box body (1) is internally divided into four independent storage cabins (7), which are classified storage modules, and the four cabins are infectious waste storage cabin, injury waste storage cabin, chemical drug waste storage cabin and pathological waste storage cabin. The main box body (1) is internally divided into four independent storage cabins (7), which are classified storage modules, and the four cabins are infectious waste storage cabin, injury waste storage cabin, chemical drug waste storage cabin and pathological waste storage cabin.

2. A medical waste ejecting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The disinfection module comprises an ultraviolet disinfection lamp (13) and a disinfection spraying device (4), the disinfection spraying device (4) is matched with four disinfection spraying gun heads (14), the disinfection spraying device (4) is connected with the four disinfection spraying gun heads (14) through a connecting pipe, the four disinfection spraying gun heads (14) are installed below the partition plate (10) of each independent storage cabin (7), and two ultraviolet disinfection lamps (13) are arranged below the partition plate (10) of each independent storage cabin (7).

3. The medical waste feeding device of claim 1, wherein: The bottom of each waste collection box (15) is fixedly provided with a stable base (16), the middle of the side walls of each waste collection box (15) is provided with a perspective window (17), and the middle of the rear end face of each waste collection box (15) is fixedly provided with two handles (18).

4. The medical waste feeding apparatus of claim 1, wherein: The middle of the side walls of each independent storage cabin (7) is provided with a liquid level infrared sensor (21) at the height of the perspective window (17) of the waste collection box (15).

5. The medical waste feeding apparatus of claim 1, wherein: The control module comprises a control host (2), the control host (2) comprises a data recording module and a relay, the data recording module is integrated with an RFID card reader and a clock setting module, can read the RFID identity card information of an operator, record the waste type and the time of delivery, and is provided with a data transmission interface, including a USB interface and a wireless transmission module.

6. The medical waste ejecting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rear end face of the main box body (1) is provided with a rear cabin door (20) at each independent storage cabin (7), and the bottom of the rear end face of the main box body (1) is provided with a rotatable inclined plate (19).

7. The medical waste ejecting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side wall of the main box body (1) is provided with an emergency stop button (3) and an alarm (5).

8. The medical waste ejecting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control host (2) of the control module is electrically connected with the emergency stop button (3), the alarm (5), the ultraviolet disinfection lamp (13) and the disinfection spraying device (4).

9. The medical waste ejecting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Four self-locking universal wheels (6) are arranged at the bottom of the main box body (1).

10. The medical waste feeding apparatus of claim 1, wherein: Four nameplate placing grooves (9) are arranged at the front end face of the main box body (1).

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