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Standards & Regulations

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 […]

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Standards & Regulations

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 […]

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Inside Sharpsmart

Celebrating a Partnership Recognised for Food Waste Reduction

When a partnership is recognised for its achievements, we love being amongst the first to celebrate, and we had to […]

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Infection Prevention & Control

Why Hospital Waste Management Is Important

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

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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 […]

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Standards & Regulations

What Is Anatomical Waste?

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

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Standards & Regulations

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 […]

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Infection Prevention & Control

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.

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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.