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Waste management solutions that reduce environmental impact is in our DNA – greener products, waste reduction initiatives, and industry-redefining processes.

Needlestick injuries are one of the biggest hazards within the healthcare environment, but so many still go unreported. Learn why you should always report NSIs.

Sharpsmart are a trusted healthcare waste management partner known for developing solutions that increase safety for staff and patients whilst improving environmental performance.

A look at how reusable sharps containers break the chain of infection and the peer-reviewed research that demonstrates why transmission isn’t possible.

The refreshed HTM 07-01 is the first major update to this health technical memorandum in 10 years – this updated version puts an added emphasis on sustainability with a strategic alignment for managing waste.

An in-depth look at how the offensive waste stream can be used to drive sustainability in healthcare.

The key themes and targets of the NHS Clinical Waste Strategy as outlined within the main document and its appendices.

A look at how healthcare waste management can impact infection control and how an optimised approach can be designed to reduce infection risk.

How reusable sharps containers can reduce single-use plastics in the NHS and make it a more sustainable, cost-effective, and safer system for staff and patients.

The safety of both patients and staff is a high priority in the healthcare industry. One method of ensuring the […]

Needlestick injuries come with a cost – both a financial cost and a human cost. Here are some helpful resources for preventing needlestick injuries.

Everything you need to know about the change to POPs regulations and how to maintain compliance with the new regulations restricting the storage and disposal of POPs.