EWC 18-01-01 - Non-medicinal Sharps, Orange Lid Sharps

This service is for sharps, but excluding those contaninated with medicinal or cytotoxic/cytostatic wastes. Sharps that DO NOT contain Prescription Only Medicines (POM's).

Service Features

• Flexible servicing frequency
• Range of sharps containers designed for small to high usage
• Scalability; we let you choose the service that is right for you right now, so costs are reduced, while service excellence is maintained

Sharps bins should be kept in a safe place, disposal should be through a registered waste carrier.

EWC 18-01-01

Sharps are items that can cause cuts or puncture injuries and include:

• Needles
• Syringes
• Lancets
• Scalpels
• Stitch cutters
• Razor blades
• Glass ampoules
• Sharp instruments
• Spicules of bone and teeth.