Many industries that are required to retain documents and records for their business or patients, like doctors, dentists, law firms, and accountants accumulate a lot of paper over time. These documents can contain sensitive information like social security numbers, health history, banking information, and more. Over time, the boxes and files can easily pile up and overtake space.

Businesses have a legal obligation to protect personal and confidential information of their clients or patients. Documents containing sensitive information can consist of medical records, health history, human resource files, tax statements, bank statements, and more.

All businesses handle sensitive documents and information, whether you’re a doctor with access to medical records or a law firm handling complex cases with a large number of files. How you manage documents containing personal information is important to avoid the risks of data being misused. Businesses typically have a Shred-All policy or Selective Shredding policy in place. There are advantages to a Shred-All policy and secure document shredding services for unneeded doc

As an owner of your medical practice or a business with access to sensitive patient or client documents, keeping their personal information protected is important. Documents containing social security numbers, health history, banking details, and other confidential information must be handled promptly. This includes how these files and documents are stored at your facility and the destruction method after the required retention period.

Biomedical Waste Services, Inc. (BWS) Announced as Certified Environmentally Responsible Contractor

We are proud to announce Biomedical Waste Services, Inc. (BWS) was named a Certified Environmentally Responsible Contractor by Environmental Risk Professionals. BWS is a part of a nationwide community that has committed to an innovative approach of going above and beyond to ensure their business is environmentally responsible.

Virginia Medical Waste Regulation Changes

Virginia state Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) recently passed amendments to Regulated Medical Waste Management Regulations, 9VAC20-121. The changes were originally proposed back in May 2018 and have been put into effect March 2023. As stated by the Virginia Register of Regulations, the purpose of recent changes is to modernize the standards of general handl