Puns aside, considering a role within NHS waste management isn’t a rubbish career move…

What would you say if we told you there’s a tool to help you navigate waste management?

Clinical waste refers to a specific category of waste produced in healthcare settings such as hospitals, health clinics, dental practices, and research labs.

This type of waste poses a risk of infection, disease, or harm to anyone who comes into contact with it.

How can you be sure if waste is infectious or non-infectious?

Where do hospital-acquired infections come from? The obvious answer is hospitals… But what about the most common sources within the healthcare environment?

Editor’s note: This post was originally published in October 2021 and has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.

Where do reusable sharps containers come from? What happens to them when they’re finished with? Are they recycled?