Waste Disposal Archives - Anway Washrooms

Posted on 5 September 2026

Back to School: Are Your Washrooms Ready for the New Term?

The start of a new term brings plenty for schools, colleges, and other educational settings to organise. Teams need to prepare classrooms, restock supplies, and check facilities before students return. Your washrooms should be on that list too, including making sure students can access period products when they need them. Having sanitary towels, tampons, and suitable sanitary bins available on site gives students a comfortable and dignified way to manage...

Posted on 9 February 2026

Dental Waste Guidelines UK (2026) | Disposal & Compliance

Dental Waste Guidelines UK (2026) At Anway Washrooms we aim to be your reliable source for dental waste management so that you remain compliant and cost effective (UK only). UK Dental Waste Guidelines – Quick Summary All dental waste must be segregated at source Hazardous waste requires consignment notes Amalgam waste must be captured and disposed of separately Sharps must be stored in approved containers Practices must comply with HTM...

Posted on 28 November 2025

Clinical Waste Management Made Simple for UK Clinics, Care Settings & Workplaces

Clinical Waste Management for non-hospitals Clinical waste management can be a chore of organising colour-coded bags, adhering to strict rules, and filling out endless paperwork. A real pain if you’re not a hospital with a whole department to handle it. But many everyday businesses produce clinical waste: beauty clinics, dental practices, tattoo studios, care homes, nurseries, physiotherapists, schools, and workplaces with first-aid rooms. That’s exactly where Anway comes in. "Our...

Posted on 24 June 2025

A Great Testimonial from a Great Dentist Client

What a wonderful Dentist! Anway is dispelling the myth, once and for all, that dentists are evil, as we find them incredibly friendly and caring! One of our many favourite clients is Nationwide Healthcare Providers Limited. They are a group of 20+ dental practices based in Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and the East Midlands. And these 20 dental practices include over 100 of the most professional and friendly dentists and dental therapists...

Posted on 2 June 2025

The Tattoo Boom and Disposing 2 million needles

The UK tattoo industry has enjoyed a fantastic boom over recent years. We reckon the growth rate is about 6.5% a year over the past decade, which means tattooists in the UK are projected to earn £700 million in 2025. The Number of Tattoos A July 2024 YouGov poll reckons about 24% of GB adults now sport at least one tattoo — roughly 13 million people. YouGov Government risk-assessment documents...

Posted on 20 May 2025

Beat Rising Temperatures and Odour Complaints with AIRsteril Solutions

Filtering odours from meeting rooms, washrooms and bin stores As temperatures climb, so do the challenges with odour complaints, especially in communal areas like washrooms and bin stores. Schools, gyms, offices, apartment buildings, and hotels often face increased complaints as warmer weather accelerates bacterial growth, intensifying unpleasant odours. Many businesses rely solely on ventilation or opening windows, but these measures often fall short during hotter months. Effective odour management requires...

Posted on 10 March 2025

Your One-Stop Guide to Female Bin Services in the UK

Managing feminine hygiene waste isn't just about keeping washrooms tidy—it's also a legal responsibility for every UK business. This guide provides all you need to know about female bin services, including UK legislation, the types and sizes of bins available, and the benefits of choosing local providers like Anway Washrooms over national giants. Choosing Between National and Local Providers When choosing a sanitary waste service, businesses often weigh up national...

Posted on 24 September 2024

The High Cost of Improper Waste Disposal: Why Businesses Can’t Afford to Cut Corners

In today's environmentally conscious society, proper waste disposal isn't just a moral obligation—it's a legal requirement. Companies that fail to comply with waste management regulations risk hefty fines, legal action, and severe damage to their reputation. Recent incidents across the UK highlight the serious consequences businesses face when they neglect their waste disposal responsibilities. Recent Fines Highlight the Risks Swindon Hairdresser Fined for Dumping Waste: In a case reported by...

Posted on 7 June 2024

Disposing of Amalgam and the regulations around Mercury

How to safely dispose of amalgam in the UK To safely dispose of amalgam dentists have to be careful and treat it as a hazardous waste to be stored in rigid containers with mercury suppressants. The legislation has change for amalgam, as it can no longer use this preferred material for fillings. Amalgam has fantastic longevity and efficiency, whereas the alternatives are more time-consuming to place and significantly more expensive....