A sharps container, a process of manufacturing the sharps container and a method of storing sharps in the container

摘要

A sharps container (1), a process of manufacturing thereof, and a method of storing needles are disclosed. The sharps container (1) utilizes a blocking member (3) which does not interfere with a needle being inserted into the sharps container, and a latch mechanism (8,9,10) which does not require a protruding tab. The latch mechanism requires at least a dual action to open the sharps container, and limits the movement required for opening the sharps container.