BiohazardCaliforniaCalifornia Trauma Scene Waste Management Act Explained
What the California Trauma Scene Waste Management Act means for homeowners and why registered practitioners handle trauma scene waste.
What the law covers
The Trauma Scene Waste Management Act, found in the California Health and Safety Code, regulates waste from trauma scenes, including blood and bodily fluids from homicides, suicides, accidents and unattended deaths.
Registered practitioners
Businesses that remove trauma scene waste register with the California Department of Public Health. Registration shows they handle and transport this waste according to state rules.
Why it matters to you
Hiring a registered practitioner means waste from your property is handled properly, which protects you, your family and the community. You can ask any provider whether they are registered.
Related rules
Trauma scene waste is linked to the California Medical Waste Management Act, which sets rules for packaging, storage and treatment of regulated waste.
Get Help
If you need help now, see our trauma cleanup service page or call (323) 329-3559. You can also find your city on the locations page.