A device and methods for holding a circular drain or circular gutter extension, including a connecting piece configured to connect to a drain or gutter extension, the connecting piece comprising a side portion arranged in a substantially circular configuration defining a flow chamber, at least a first frame segment positioned at a front of the side portion and extending at least partially into the flow chamber, and at least a first tab extending from an inner surface of the side portion into the flow chamber, and a stake connected to and extending outward from an outer surface of the side portion. The device is inserted or ratcheted upon the drain or tubing such that the tabs set into valleys of the tube for a secure connection such that when the stake is inserted into the ground the tubing is also secure.

A pharmaceutical waste disposal assembly (10) for disposing of raw pharmaceutical waste comprises a first receiver body (19) and a first reaction agent (287). The first receiver body (19) receives the pharmaceutical waste. The first receiver body (19) includes a receiver bottom (283). The first reaction agent (287) is positioned within the first receiver body (19) and spaced apart from the receiver bottom (283). The pharmaceutical waste reacts with the first reaction agent (287) to change the pharmaceutical waste in one of a chemical and physical manner so that the pharmaceutical waste is unrecoverable. The first receiver body (19) can receive fluid pharmaceutical waste and/or solid pharmaceutical waste. The first reaction agent (287) may include one or more of a denaturant, an emetic and a bittering agent. For example, the first reaction agent (287) may include one or more of quinine, ipecac and denatonium benzoate.

A pharmaceutical waste disposal assembly (10) for disposing of raw pharmaceutical waste comprises a first receiver body (19) and a first reaction agent (287). The first receiver body (19) receives the pharmaceutical waste. The first receiver body (19) includes a receiver bottom (283). The first reaction agent (287) is positioned within the first receiver body (19) and spaced apart from the receiver bottom (283). The pharmaceutical waste reacts with the first reaction agent (287) to change the pharmaceutical waste in one of a chemical and physical manner so that the pharmaceutical waste is unrecoverable. The first receiver body (19) can receive fluid pharmaceutical waste and/or solid pharmaceutical waste. The first reaction agent (287) may include one or more of a denaturant, an emetic and a bittering agent. For example, the first reaction agent (287) may include one or more of quinine, ipecac and denatonium benzoate.

Apparatus and methods for identifying and counting objects having identifiers entering and exiting a surgical field are provided. In one embodiment, the apparatus has an entry scanner, a hand held scanner and an exit scanner for generating a detection field and for receiving data which identifies said objects. In another embodiment, the apparatus has a plurality of lower antennas and an upper antenna for generating a detection field and for receiving data which identifies said objects. Various surgical devices with identifiers and methods for preventing electromagnetic coupling between and protecting objects and identifier are also provided. The invention further provides apparatus and methods comprising a handheld scanner and a mat adapted to underlie a patient during a surgical procedure.

Apparatus and methods for identifying and counting objects having identifiers entering and exiting a surgical field are provided. In one embodiment, the apparatus has an entry scanner, a hand held scanner and an exit scanner for generating a detection field and for receiving data which identifies said objects. In another embodiment, the apparatus has a plurality of lower antennas and an upper antenna for generating a detection field and for receiving data which identifies said objects. Various surgical devices with identifiers and methods for preventing electromagnetic coupling between and protecting objects and identifier are also provided. The invention further provides apparatus and methods comprising a handheld scanner and a mat adapted to underlie a patient during a surgical procedure.

A container for disposal of medical waste is provided that comprises a receptacle with an open top. A lid is attached to the receptacle to cover the open top of the receptacle. The lid has an elongated opening sized to permit the introduction of medical waste into the receptacle. A closure flap is connected to the lid to selectively close the lid opening. The closure flap is movable between an open position, a closed position and a locked position. The closure flap is attached to the lid by axial hubs that extend from each side of the closure flap through openings in the side walls of the lid. Covers attached to the outside of the side wall of the lid and engaged with the closure flap axial hub. The container may also include a locking external cabinet that encloses the receptacle and can be mounted to a wall.

A container for disposal of medical waste is provided that comprises a receptacle with an open top. A lid is attached to the receptacle to cover the open top of the receptacle. The lid has an elongated opening sized to permit the introduction of medical waste into the receptacle. A closure flap is connected to the lid to selectively close the lid opening. The closure flap is movable between an open position, a closed position and a locked position. The closure flap is attached to the lid by axial hubs that extend from each side of the closure flap through openings in the side walls of the lid. Covers attached to the outside of the side wall of the lid and engaged with the closure flap axial hub. The container may also include a locking external cabinet that encloses the receptacle and can be mounted to a wall.

A clean environment for mixing injectable drugs having a floor and back member made of stainless steel that is L shaped when seen from the side. The base portion sits on top of a drawer assembly. The back portion has accessory retaining compartments mounted on the left and right side that hold accessories necessary for the process of injecting drugs into IV bags. An IV tip holder is magnetically held to the base portion. Integral posts are located on the top portion of the back member to removably retain the end of a standard IV bag. A circular cutout on the base portion allows for the insertion of a plastic cup.

A clean environment for mixing injectable drugs having a floor and back member made of stainless steel that is L shaped when seen from the side. The base portion sits on top of a drawer assembly. The back portion has accessory retaining compartments mounted on the left and right side that hold accessories necessary for the process of injecting drugs into IV bags. An IV tip holder is magnetically held to the base portion. Integral posts are located on the top portion of the back member to removably retain the end of a standard IV bag. A circular cutout on the base portion allows for the insertion of a plastic cup.

A pharmaceutical waste disposal assembly (10) for disposing of raw pharmaceutical waste includes a first receiver body and a second receiver body. The assembly further includes a first reaction agent and a second reaction agent. The first reaction agent and the second reaction agent renders the pharmaceutical waste unrecoverable. The first reaction agent can include at least one of a denaturant and a deterrent. Additionally, the first reaction agent can include activated charcoal.