We offer a weekly bag collection service for the disposal of non-infectious or sanitary waste. The bags are orange/yellow with a black stripe and are to be used for non-hazardous items.
We also offer an on-demand sharps bin collection service for sharps, syringes and needles. If you require a sharps bin collection you will need to make a request each time to arrange a collection (ensure the sharps bin is at least three quarters full before booking a collection).
Medical professionals should tell you if your waste needs to be disposed of using a specialist collection service. They should also advise on how to dispose of any equipment you are given to manage your health and provide training.
When requesting a collection, you will need to tell us about the waste you would like us to collect. Once we have received your application, we will contact you to arrange a collection.
This service is not for residents being cared for by a community nurse or other health professionals. Any waste should be disposed of by the healthcare provider.
If you no longer need this service, you should contact us as soon as possible.
Missed collections must be reported within 24 hours of collection day. Reports made after this time may not be investigated.
| Collection day | Postcode |
|---|---|
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Monday
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EN1, EN2, EN4, N11, N13, N14, N21, N22
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Tuesday
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EN3, EN8, N9, N17, N18
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When we collect your bag(s) or sharps bin we will give you the same number of replacement bags or bins. If you live in a house, place your sealed healthcare waste visibly on your doorstep by 6:30am on your collection day. If you live in a flat, place your healthcare waste visibly in the communal bin area. These terms also apply to schools.
Request a healthcare waste collection
Cancel a healthcare waste collection