Hazardous waste refers to any discarded materials that pose a potential threat to human health or the environment. This can include substances like chemicals, solvents, clinical waste, and other materials that require specialised handling and disposal to prevent harm and contamination. Understanding the nature of hazardous waste is crucial for ensuring its safe management and proper disposal procedures, which is precisely what Stericycle excels in.
Hazardous Waste Disposal & Collection
What is Hazardous Waste?
Safe & Compliant Hazardous Waste Management
With over 35 years of dedicated experience, we specialise in the secure collection, transportation, treatment, and compliant disposal of hazardous waste for facilities of all sizes.
Our focus is on safeguarding your peace of mind by ensuring efficient and compliant hazardous waste management, making the world a safer, cleaner place for everyone.
Regulatory Excellence and Stringent Compliance
At Stericycle, we take regulatory compliance to the highest level of dedication. Each of our vehicles strictly adheres to the Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road Regulations, and our drivers maintain current, valid HazChem licences.
Our team of specialists conducts rigorous audits in line with prevailing legislative requirements, ensuring that our services consistently meet the highest quality standards. We stay vigilant, actively monitoring legislative developments and promptly implementing any necessary operational changes.
What sets Stericycle apart is our unwavering commitment to excellence, reflected in our formal accreditation to the following standards:
ISO 9001:2015
ISO 14001:2015
OHSAS 18001:2007
Rest assured that our processes and procedures are regularly subjected to external agency audits, guaranteeing the utmost in regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
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Hazardous waste types
Hazardous waste is a term that covers many different waste types, all with their own management, segregation, transport, treatment and disposal requirements.
Hazardous Waste Disposal Near Me
Stericycle provides safe and professional hazardous waste disposal services across the UK, with a strong presence in major cities including London, Leeds, Manchester, Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Hospital, Laboratory, Veterinary or Dental Practice, we’ve got you covered with tailored hazardous waste disposal solutions in your area.
Why we're the perfect partner for you
You segregate
Segregate and store each type of specialist waste separately from your general waste.
We collect
Either on an agreed regular schedule or you can contact us for additional or ad-hoc collections.
We treat & dispose
All your waste is compliantly and securely processed, giving you peace of mind.
