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Operating a pharmacy in the UK means you play a crucial role in the public healthcare system as an essential service provider. Additionally, pharmacies are among the least wasteful businesses, but any waste they do produce must be properly segregated and disposed of according to the regulations outlined in local legislation. Our easy waste management solutions ensure compliance, so you don’t have to worry. Our team of experts will guide you through waste segregation and schedule waste pick-up at your convenience.
Pharmacies and chemists generate different types of waste, such as hazardous and non hazardous waste. Expired or unused drugs, contaminated sharps (such as needles and syringes), and chemical products used for cleaning and disinfection are examples of hazardous waste. Packaging materials, paper, and plastics are examples of non-hazardous waste. The bins and bags used to dispose of pharmacies and chemists are blue-lidded bins, purple-lidded bins, and black bags.
Pharmacies and chemists produce a variety of waste streams, including clinical waste, hazardous waste, and non-hazardous waste. The improper disposal of pharmacies’ and chemists’ waste can endanger human health and the environment. There are possible chances of skin irritation, respiratory problems, climate change, environmental issues and explosive risk because of reactive chemicals.
Disposing of hazardous pharmaceuticals is subject to strict guidelines and hefty fines for non-compliance. But with our team of experts managing your waste disposal, you need not worry. We have access to the proper treatment plants for hazardous waste and will dispose of it in a compliant manner. We value the trust you place in us, and that’s why we offer flexible arrangements with fixed prices for your peace of mind. You’re not bound to stay in a contract with us.
Free site survey and categorising waste by item, contamination and bin type.
Waste collection for every waste stream and all volume requirements with inbuilt safety and security features.
Full visibility into waste segregation, treatment, and disposal.
Our promise of quality extends to all our products, services, and every interaction with our customers.
Our practice is legally compliant and follows the latest policies and procedures.
We segregate, store, transfer and dispose of medical waste catering to customers’ specific needs.
Our highly trained experts provide a reliable, compliant, efficient, and sustainable healthcare waste disposal solution.
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Waste management in pharmacies and chemists refers to the proper disposal and handling of waste generated in pharmaceutical and medical facilities. It entails properly disposing of expired or unused drugs, syringes, needles, and other medical waste.
Some types of chemist and chemist debris, such as packaging materials, can be recycled. Pharmaceutical and hazardous waste, on the other hand, require specialised disposal procedures and cannot be recycled.
Consumers should not flush unused or expired pharmaceuticals down the toilet or discard them. Instead, they should take them to a pharmacist or chemist for proper disposal.
