Standards & Regulations

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 […]

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.

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.

What is Chemical Waste? – 10 Examples
Discover what chemical waste is and its environmental impact. Explore 10 common examples and best practices for safe disposal to ensure compliance and safety.

What is the Waste Hierarchy?
Learn the definition of the waste hierarchy and how healthcare facilities can implement this framework to prioritise waste management methods that reduce CO₂e.

What Is Offensive Waste?
Discover what offensive waste is, common examples, and how to avoid overclassification to ensure sustainable disposal of this healthcare waste.

Safely Managing Category A Infectious Waste in Healthcare Settings
A guide to Category A waste management. Learn how to safely dispose of Category A, including proper packaging, classification, and disposal methods.

What Is Confidential Waste? – 10 Examples
Learn what confidential waste is, its importance, and best practices for disposal. Protect your data with Sharpsmart’s reliable and compliant waste solutions.

What is Cytotoxic Waste?
Learn about the types of cytotoxic waste, who’s at risk, and how to ensure safe handling and disposal in this comprehensive guide for healthcare professionals.
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What Is Hazardous Waste?
Discover what hazardous waste is, its key characteristics, and how it's classified in healthcare. Learn about the risks and regulations for safe handling.