Biomedical Waste Management Workshop
Workshop on Biomedical Waste Management was held on 17-04-2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the Lecture hall Nursing College. This interactive workshop was conducted by Dr. Champa H, Professor, Department of Microbiology.
The workshop began with a formal inauguration by Dr. Ashwini, Principal of Nursing College. With her characteristic warmth, she welcomed the participants and emphasized the importance of biomedical waste management in modern healthcare. Her words set the tone for a lively and engaging session.
The workshop was led by Dr. Champa H, who guided the audience through the complex yet fascinating world of biomedical waste management (BMW). The session was not just informative but also interactive, sprinkled with humour and real-life anecdotes that kept the students attentive and entertained.
The workshop covered several important aspects in an engaging and interactive manner. Dr. Champa H began with a witty remark highlighting the challenge of increased biomedical waste due to better healthcare. The definition of biomedical waste and the Biomedical Waste Management Rules, 2016, were explained with emphasis on compliance. Students were divided into eight groups for lively discussions on various BMW topics, creating a mini parliament atmosphere. Different types of biomedical waste were clarified, accompanied by light-hearted jokes to maintain engagement. The importance of hand hygiene and PPE was stressed, with student demonstrations adding practical learning. The dangers of mismanagement were shown through impactful visuals, eliciting thoughtful reactions. Waste segregation practices were discussed and demonstrated. Safe transportation and storage of waste were explained with real-world video examples. The workshop concluded with an Objective Structured Practical Examination (OSPE), where students practiced correct waste disposal, turning the exercise into a fun and educational challenge.
The workshop combined serious learning with light-hearted engagement, ensuring that students not only understood the importance of biomedical waste management but also enjoyed the process. The mix of lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, videos, and OSPE made the session dynamic and memorable.
The workshop proved that biomedical waste management is not just about rules and bins—it’s about responsibility & awareness.
