Every time a phlebotomist clocks in for their shift, they notice that the sharps container on the phlebotomy tray is overflowing. Which of the following is the appropriate reaction to the situation?
a. Report the situation to the supervisor immediately and ask for a new sharps container to be provided.
b. Document the situation in the shift report and continue working, assuming someone else will handle it.
c. Attempt to empty the sharps container yourself, being careful to follow proper safety protocols.
d. Ignore the situation and continue working as normal.