Offensive Waste

What is offensive waste?

Offensive waste is soft waste that is not ‘clinical waste’ (as defined in The Controlled Waste Regulations 1992) but which is unpleasant and may cause offence to the senses. Only certain waste types are suitable for placement in this waste stream without stringent and documented assessment procedures.

What can be placed in these containers?

Incontinence pads and nappy waste
Sanitary hygiene waste
Outer dressings and protective clothing, eg masks, gowns and gloves that are not contaminated with body fluids

How do you dispose of offensive waste?

This waste can be disposed of by incineration or non-hazardous landfill by a registered waste carrier.

Download PDFs:

Safe Management of Healthcare Waste

Safe Management of Controlled Drugs

Safe Disposal of Medicines Guidance

Hazoudous Waste Assessment

Direct Hygiene Windgate House, Windgate,Tarleton, Lancashire
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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: Nursing home waste 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.