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A Guide to Needle Disposal for Aesthetic Clinics
The UK beauty industry has seen huge growth in needle-based treatments over recent years. These treatments are surprisingly seasonal with now being the pre-Christmas rush for Botox, dermal fillers, micro-needling, and semi-permanent makeup.
All these procedures rack up the quantity of used needles and syringes, all which need safe sharps disposal.
In this article we look at the treatments involving needles, safety precautions for staff and customers, and the legislation governing waste management.
We will also be promoting our Pre Christmas one-off needle collection and disposal service!
Popular Needle-Based Beauty Treatments
At Anway we are seeing more and more needle disposal requirements from beauty salons and the aesthetics centres.
The main source of these appears to be, in order:
- Botox and Dermal Fillers
- Common for anti-aging and cosmetic enhancements.
- Requires the use of syringes and needles, classified as clinical waste.
- Micro-Needling
- Uses fine needles to rejuvenate skin, often in dermarollers or pens.
- Semi-Permanent Makeup and Micropigmentation
- Involves tiny needles for cosmetic tattoos on eyebrows, lips, and eyeliner.
- Mesotherapy
- Delivers vitamins, enzymes, and other treatments into the skin using fine needles.
- Vitamin Injections
- Increasingly popular for wellness, such as B12 shots.
Precautions for Sharps Safety and Hygiene
To ensure safety:
- Use Sharps Bins: Dispose of all needles immediately in approved sharps containers to prevent accidental injuries.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Gloves, aprons, and eye protection minimize risk of contamination.
- Staff Training: Employees must understand infection control and safe disposal practices.
- Customer Awareness: Inform clients about hygiene measures to build trust.
Relevant Legislation
- Environmental Protection Act 1990
- Requires proper classification and disposal of clinical waste, including needles.
- Health and Safety (Sharp Instruments in Healthcare) Regulations 2013
- Mandates measures to prevent injuries and infections from sharps.
- Applies to beauty clinics handling needle-based treatments.
- Controlled Waste Regulations 2012
- Categorizes sharps waste as hazardous, requiring licensed disposal services.
Non-compliance can result in fines, legal action, and reputational damage.
Recent Cases and News
Recent prosecutions highlight the importance of adherence:
- Improper Disposal Fines: Salons have faced penalties exceeding £5,000 for failing to manage sharps waste correctly.
- Injury Lawsuits: Cases of needlestick injuries have resulted in significant compensation claims.
Contact Us
Need a new, or better service provider to manage you beauty clinic waste? Contact Anway Washrooms today and our friendly and knowledgeable team will be there to help you find the perfect solution.
Phone: 0114 248 7649
Email: enquiries@anwaywashrooms.co.uk
Address: Holbrook industrial Estate, Sheffield, S20 3GH
