Proper Disposal of Soiled Bed Linen: A Guide for Healthcare Facilities

Soiled bed linen is typically disposed of in a laundry facility. The laundry facility may be on-site at a hospital or other medical facility, or it may be a separate facility that launders linens for multiple facilities. The soiled linens are collected in designated containers and transported to the laundry facility, where they are washed and disinfected according to specific protocols. After being washed and dried, the linens are either returned to the facility or disposed of properly if they are no longer usable.