We deal with certain kinds of waste
That can't be thrown just anyplace.
So we all need to be aware
We gotta handle it with care.
Just sing to yourself this song
And put that trash where it belong.
It's simple as can be!

When discarding sharps and glass
Give that waste basket a pass.
Things that can break through the skin
Need to be placed in a red bin.
Glass can break, a needle stick,
Cut someone or make them sick.
And it just might be you!

A red bag is what you should choose
For trash from which secretions ooze.
A leak will not just make a mess,
It's also biohazardous.
If you can remember this
You will not put your peers at risk.
And keep the floors clean too!

When PHI you must discard
You should not have to think too hard.
'Bout which container you should use
To dispose of that refuse.
Just sing to yourself this song
And you surely can't go wrong.
HIP-HIP-HIP-PAA-HOORAY!

Obliterate with felt tip pen
Or place in a recycle bin.
We must protect that PHI.
And here is the reason why;
Disposing of it properly
Protects patient identity.
HIP-HIP-HIP-PAA-HOORAY!