True or False: After decontaminating an area where a BBP exposure has occurred, you can throw your used PPE into the nearest trash can.

True or False: After decontaminating an area where a BBP exposure has occurred, you can throw your used PPE into the nearest trash can.

Answer

The correct answer is False. Used personal protective equipment (PPE) that has been potentially contaminated with bloodborne pathogens (BBP) must be disposed of in designated biohazard waste containers rather than regular trash cans to prevent the spread of infection and comply with safety regulations.