When is it appropriate to put your hand into a sharps disposal container?

a. Any time you see waste hanging out of the opening, you may insert your hand.
b. If you see the container is only half full, you may insert your hand.
c. If you are wearing a glove, it is okay since you are protected.
d. Never put your hand into a sharps container.


d. Never put your hand into a sharps container.

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