The environmental health department states anything that comes into contact with bodily fluids (blood, plasma, mucus, semen, etc.) that cannot be sterilised must be treated as hazardous waste. Acupuncture waste is considered bio-hazard material, this means you cannot dispose of it into normal waste streams.Materials and equipment used by acupuncture that qualify as hazardous waste (after use) and cannot be sterilized include (but are not limited to):
Direct Hygiene Windgate House, Windgate,Tarleton, Lancashire
PR4 6JF. Email: office@acupuncturewastedisposal.co.uk Tel: 0800 612 9288
Fax: 0800 612 9188
Direct Hygiene are a leading provider of waste services in the UK. Operating from regional service centres we can provide a national coverage for all types of waste including: acupuncture waste disposal categories such as: Offensive Waste, Hazardous Waste, Sharps, Pharmaceutical Waste, and Infection Control, we also provide services for Nappy Waste, Incontinence Waste, Sanitary Waste, and a full range of washroom services and products including Air Fresheners, Hand Dryers, Urinal Sanitising, Soap, Sanitary Vending and Hygiene Bags.