Infection Prevention & Control

Why Hospital Waste Management Is Important

A guide of things to consider when creating a hospital waste management plan.

Inside Sharpsmart

Sharpsmart Spotlight: Sumal Karunaratne

From the serene tranquillity of camping out in the wild to the intensely charged atmosphere of punk rock gigs, who […]

Standards & Regulations

What Is Anatomical Waste?

Anatomical waste, or as you may more readily recognise it – body parts, organs and tissues – is a subject […]

Waste Segregation, Volume & Cost Reduction

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 […]

Sustainability & Carbon Reduction

The Secret to Sustainable Procurement within Healthcare

Discover the secret to sustainable procurement within healthcare so you can make environmentally informed purchasing decisions for your organisation.

Standards & 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.

Standards & Regulations

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.

Standards & Regulations

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.

Sharps Injury & Prevention

Expert Tips for Reducing Needlestick Injuries within Healthcare Settings

Read on to discover some helpful tips from our sharps safety experts for reducing needlestick injuries within healthcare settings.

Standards & Regulations

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.

Standards & Regulations

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.

Standards & Regulations

What Is Offensive Waste?

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