Super Fitness Health BlogClinical Waste collection
Clinical waste includes: soiled medical dressings contaminated with body fluids e.g. used syringes and needles; blood; waste from persons or animals suffering from an infectious disease .
It is law now for Clinical waste to be disposed of in orange bags , so as to be sure that it does not get mixed with domestic waste disposal.
As the infectious nature of some types of clinical waste, it is classified as ‘hazardous waste’ under UK & EU law and therefore requires safe disposal as commensurate to the level of risk. Consignment fees are charged for the labelling and administration of such waste. In most cases suitable disposal means heat treatment prior to landfill .
HSP Superstores such as Protect Life can help you with understanding and implementing a good collection policy so do approach them when you feel you are ready for a review, audit or competitive quote.
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