Standards & Regulations
Strategies and Resources for Needlestick Injury Prevention
Needlestick injuries come with a cost – both a financial cost and a human cost. Here are some helpful resources for preventing needlestick injuries.
Meet the Reusable Sharps Container That Set the UK ISO Standard
The question used to be: ‘Should I choose a single-use sharps container or a reusable?’ But as more reusable sharps […]
A Healthcare Overview of the New Procurement Act
Does the new Procurement Act simplify procurement and purchasing within healthcare, or make it more complex? Join us as we […]
Managing Liquid Waste Disposal in Healthcare – A Compliant Approach
Have you ever been tempted to dispose of an item without draining or solidifying the liquid contents first? It may […]
Why Hospital Waste Management Is Important
A guide of things to consider when creating a hospital waste management plan.
What Is Anatomical Waste?
Anatomical waste, or as you may more readily recognise it – body parts, organs and tissues – is a subject […]
Simpler Recycling Legislation – Does It Affect Healthcare?
Simpler Recycling. Is it legislation or a promise? It’s both. It’s a promise from the UK Government, introduced as new […]
What Category Is Mpox Waste within the Healthcare Setting?
In this video, expert healthcare waste consultant Phil Steer breaks down how to safely categorise and dispose of mpox waste in compliance with regulations.
What Is Healthcare Waste?
Discover the true definition of healthcare waste, how to classify the different types and best practices for effective healthcare waste management.
What Is Pharmaceutical Waste?
Discover the true definition of healthcare waste, how to classify the different types and best practices for effective healthcare waste management.
On-Demand Webinar: Sharps Safety
Webinar with the Royal College of Nursing Watch our webinar on Sharps Safety – Guidance on the Prevention and Management […]
What is Infectious Waste? – 10 Examples
Learn what infectious waste is, its types, and safe disposal methods. Discover best practices and how Sharpsmart ensures compliant waste management solutions.