Abstract: A disposable container assembly comprises an open top container having a closure assembly with a first opening for receipt of syringes and the like and a second opening defining a needle removal tool and a lockable cap for permanent lockably securing the openings for permanent disposal of the contents of the container.

Abstract: A secure disposable container assembly for medical sharps and waste comprises the combination of a substantially rigid box-like housing defined by upstanding front and back complementary half shells hinged togethr along normally vertical side edges defining front, back, and side walls terminating with a top having an upwardly extending circular opening for receiving and providing access to an opening in a disposable container within the housing, a semi-circular peripheral support ledge in the housing closely adjacent the circular opening for supporting a disposable container, a semi-rigid disposable containr having upstanding side walls terminating at a top having a circular opening with a one-way closure therein disposed in the circular opening, and having a circular rim adjacent the top for engagement and support of the container on the peripheral support ledge in the housing.

Abstract: A disposable container assembly comprises an open top housing for receiving an inner disposable container having a lockable cap and a bracket assembly for permanent attachement to a stationary object and lock latching means for securing the outer container to the bracket and for lockably securing the inner container in a position inside the outer container.

Abstract: A closure top for a phlebotomy needle disposal container is rotatably mounted in the container for rotating about its axis and includes a hub wrench for engaging the hub of the needle on the syringe body and rotating the needle upon rotation of the closure for unscrewing the needle and removing it from the syringe body.

Abstract: A pass-through closure for disposable receptacles includes a rim for mounting the walls surrounding an opening in a receptacle and a plurality of generally triangular shaped flaps extending inwardly and axially to form a closure having a generally conical configuration enabling passage of articles through the closure in one direction.

Abstract: A locking closure for disposable containers includes an annular wall structure defining a container opening and including a radially outwardly extending annular locking ridge with a closure defined by a generally flat circular disc having an axially extending peripheral skirt with an inwardly extending annular locking ridge for forceably extending over and lockingly engaging the outwardly extending annular locking ridge.