McKesson Prevent Sharps Container - 5.4 Quart - Red - Model 2269
McKesson Prevent Sharps Container – 5.4 Quart (Model 2269)
Counter-Balanced Horizontal Entry Door, Touchless One-Handed Drop Deposit, Puncture-Resistant Polypropylene Construction, Permanent Locking Lid Mechanism, Translucent Fill-Level Top, Tortuous Path Access Restriction, and Wall Mount Compatibility
Ensuring compliant, safe disposal of contaminated needles, syringes, lancets, and surgical blades is vital for infection control in clinical and home care settings. The McKesson Prevent 5.4-Quart Sharps Container (Model 2269) is a professional-grade biohazard disposal unit engineered to streamline waste drop-offs while preventing accidental needle-stick injuries.
Built from high-strength, puncture-resistant polypropylene, this 1.35-gallon container features a counter-balanced horizontal entry door that maximizes internal space utilization and allows touchless, one-handed disposal. Its tortuous path design restricts physical access to contents once deposited, while a clear, translucent top allows personnel to easily monitor fill levels before overfilling occurs. Equipped with a permanent final locking mechanism, it fits BD wall cabinets and McKesson 2240 brackets for secure, space-saving wall mounting.
Key Performance Features & Benefit Highlights
- Counter-Balanced Horizontal Entry: Swing-door mechanism automatically rotates to accommodate needles and syringes with easy, one-handed touchless disposal.
- Puncture-Resistant High-Strength Polypropylene: Heavy-duty plastic construction resists accidental punctures and leaks in compliance with OSHA biohazard standards.
- Permanent Final Locking Lid: Secure locking tabs engage permanently prior to final disposal and transport to prevent tampering or accidental opening.
- Translucent Top Visual Monitoring: Clear upper housing provides quick visual inspection of internal fill capacity to prevent dangerous overfilling.
- Tortuous Path Access Guard: Internal baffle design blocks hands and fingers from reaching inside the container after items are dropped.
- Space-Saving Nestable Structure: Compact, nestable base allows multiple empty containers to stack tightly for efficient storage before deployment.
- Wall Bracket Compatibility: Designed to snap directly into BD wall cabinets and McKesson 2240 mounting brackets for versatile placement in exam rooms.
- 100% Latex-Free & Made in USA: Manufactured without natural rubber latex to safeguard allergic healthcare staff and patients.
Infection Control Insight: Horizontal entry counter-balanced doors utilize gravity to maximize usable container capacity up to 100% compared to vertical drop lids. The touchless deposit mechanism prevents staff hands from nearing the entry slot, substantially reducing sharps injury risks during routine clinical waste disposal.
Detailed Technical Specifications
- Brand / Manufacturer McKesson Brand / Prevent
- Model & Cross Reference Model 2269 (Compare to BD 305488)
- Volumetric Capacity 1.35 Gallons (5.4 Quarts / 5.1 Liters)
- Overall Physical Dimensions 12.0 Inches W × 4.75 Inches D × 11.0 Inches H
- Material Composition Heavy-Duty High-Strength Polypropylene (Puncture-Resistant)
- Entry Style & Closure Horizontal Counter-Balanced Door w/ Permanent Locking Lid
- Mounting Compatibility Fits BD Wall Cabinets & McKesson 2240 Brackets
- Safety & Origin Standards 100% Latex-Free | Single-Use Only | Made in USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does the counter-balanced door work?
A: The weighted horizontal door stays open just enough for needles or syringes to drop through effortlessly. Once dropped, gravity rotates the door back, dropping the item safely into the tub while blocking access from above.
Q: Can this container be mounted on an exam room wall?
A: Yes! It is designed to fit standard BD wall cabinets as well as McKesson 2240 wall mounting brackets for safe, out-of-reach placement in clinical areas.
Q: How do I permanently close the container when full?
A: Once the translucent top shows that the container has reached its maximum fill line, press firmly down on the permanent locking lid tabs until they snap permanently into place for final transport.
Retail Disclaimer: Technical specifications, dimensions, and cross-reference data are compiled directly from McKesson manufacturing standards. EnhDme recommends following federal, state, and local biohazard disposal guidelines.
⚠ WARNING: This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
