Knowledge Centre

Knowledge Centre

As a clinical partner, we want to empower you to provide a safer environment for your staff, greater waste segregation outcomes for lower environmental impact, and a more efficient workflow. To do this, we have compiled some of our best resources to help you achieve safety in sharps handling and optimised clinical waste management within your facility. 

What is the Waste Hierarchy?

Learn the definition of the waste hierarchy and how healthcare facilities can impleme...

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The Hidden Cost of Plastic in Healthcare

This guest blog by Richard Hixson exposes the environmental impact of plastic in hosp...

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Small Space, Big Impact: Ambulance Sharps Disposal

Nerams Ltd has become the first private ambulance service in the UK to implement Shar...

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Navigating ERIC Data Reporting – Tips for NHS Healthcare Workers

Learn about navigating ERIC data reporting with a full understanding, some helpful ti...

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UK Plastic Packaging Tax: How the Healthcare Market Can Change in Response

UK healthcare providers can avoid the new plastic packaging tax by using reusable con...

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Aligning With the NHS Net Zero Supplier Framework

Aligning with the NHS Net Zero Supplier Framework is crucial for a greener healthcare...

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Expert Tips for Hospitals on the Route to Net Zero

The route to Net Zero is paved with green intentions… or something like that. We’ve s...

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Our Carbon Reduction Plan

Sharpsmart’s commitment to sustainability is nothing new. When it comes to sustainabl...

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