Waste Disposal in Health and Social Care

Clinical and sharps waste is produced on a daily basis in community services, requiring specific disposal methods in order to comply with waste legislation. Initial Medical provide a trusted, specialist waste management service to support community services in their hazardous waste disposal, including an industry leading product range and reliable guidance from our local consultants.

We service an extensive range of community services including:

Schools
Universities
Training centres

Social care and services
Local councils
Property and construction services

Services we can help you with

Clinical Waste

Ensure the safe and compliant storage of clinical waste with Initial Medical's specialist waste bins, bags and wheelie bins.

Offensive Waste

Store your offensive waste effectively with our tear-resistant tiger bags and trusted collections by expert technicians.

Sharps Bins

UN-approved, colour-coded sharps bins to ensure waste is segregated correctly before collection

Pharmaceutical Bins

Safely store and dispose of out of date or unwanted medicines using our robust, colour-coded pharmaceutical waste containers.

Hand Care

Maintain safe levels of hand hygiene as a first line of defense against the spread of illness using our Signature and Steri-7 ranges.

Surface Hygiene

Prevent cross contamination by using our surface hygiene infection control products to protect your staff, patients and business.

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Lateral flow test disposal

Make sure you have made the necessary arrangements to safely dispose of lateral flow tests carried out in your practice, as well as the accompanying used PPE. We will help you remain compliant with evolving government regulations.

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Coronavirus Testing and Waste Disposal

Initial Medical will support your practice with the disposal of waste contaminated or potentially contaminated with Coronavirus. This includes waste associated with the Coronavirus testing programme employed by your practice.

Waste Colour Coding Guide

Understanding the difference between waste streams can be confusing, especially for businesses producing a wide range of clinical waste. Our free Colour Coding Guides provide comprehensive and accessible support to your business. They help you to identify waste types and understand which waste streams must be used.

Free Compliance Audit

Receive your free compliance audit from an Initial Medical consultant to examine your waste disposal needs and legal requirements.

Service promise

1. Contact

Trusted, local consultants
Enquiries are returned within 24 hours

2. Survey

We will visit your practice and carry out a comprehensive review of your waste management structure.

A free survey from a specialist Initial Medical consultant
A bespoke service schedule based on your needs
Full guidance on your waste legislation requirements

3. Installation

Our expert technicians will carry out a thorough installation service or provide the required containers if no installation is required.

An appointment scheduled at a time to suit you
Specialist guidance on how to use and manage your new containers
Minimal disruption to your healthcare practice

4. Service

Your local expert technician will service your waste based on your bespoke service agreement.

Hands-on support from your local Initial Medical consultant
Servicing tailored to suit your business's schedule
24/7 access to service documents through myInitial