Clinical Waste Services...
What is Clinical Waste?
Clinical Waste is defined as any waste which is made up completely or partly of human or animal tissue including blood, body fluids, excretion, drugs or other pharmaceutical products, swabs or dressings, syringes, needles or other sharp instruments which have been used in a clinical environment.
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Where does it come from?
Clinical Waste can originate from a wide variety of sources including medical, nursing, dental, veterinary, pharmaceutical or other practices. It may also come from enterprises or establishments involved in investigation treatment, teaching or research.
Why does Clinical Waste need special treatment?
Because of its potential to infect or harm people or animals, the management of Clinical Waste is now subject to more stringent and rigorous regulation than ever.
What that means in practise is that the management and disposal of Clinical Waste is a job for professional operators. In other words people with the right expertise and resources including properly trained staff, purpose designed disposal systems and all necessary licence and consents.
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Audits & Customer Training
Or experienced staff will be happy to carry out on-site waste audits or tailor made training courses for your staff.
Typical Wastes & Ordering Information
The table below shows a list of Typical Wastes where the Clinical Waste Service would be recommended.
Additionally shown are the areas where this service is available. If your area is not shown or for ordering information contact your nearest depot. Alternatively call 0870 443 8278 for general information.
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Clinical Waste Services - Specialist Waste Management |
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Clinical Waste Services - Total Hospital Waste Management |
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Is my Clinical Waste Hazardous? |
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New Guidelines for the Management of Health Care Waste |
