The Rubbermaid Commercial step trash can is a rectangular, injection-molded high-density polyethylene (HDPE) garbage can suitable for hospitals and other business and industrial environments. High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is stronger than low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and resists moisture and certain chemicals. A foot pedal lifts the lid and enables hands-free trash disposal. The Rubbermaid Commercial step trash can is suitable with various accessories including a rigid plastic liner and trash can liners (sold separately). This product complies with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standard 1910.1030 on bloodborne pathogens for the safe containment of infectious waste and Factory Mutual (FM) Approvals Standard 6921 for combustible waste containers.

Trash cans are used for the disposal and temporary storage of garbage. They are typically made of plastic or metal and sometimes have a top or lid to contain odors and waste. Certain garbage cans meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements for the disposal of medical waste or National Sanitation Foundation/American National Standards Institute (NSF/ANSI) requirements for food handling and processing. Others include a lock to prevent unauthorized access, safeguard confidential materials, and comply with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements. Waste bins can also be color-coded to facilitate the separation of recyclable waste, such as bottles, cans, paper, and general refuse. Ash/trash cans typically include an ash tray on top for cigarette disposal. Trash cans are used in virtually all commercial and industrial environments.

Rubbermaid manufactures cleaning, organizing, and material handling products for commercial, medical, and industrial applications. The company, founded in 1933, is headquartered in Huntersville, NC.