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The main difference is whether the waste is infectious. Offensive waste is non-infectious waste that may cause offence because of its smell or appearance, such as nappies and sanitary products. Clinical waste is waste that poses a risk of infection or contains hazardous materials, such as sharps, infectious bodily fluids, and pharmaceutical waste.
Because the risks differ, the two must be handled separately. Mixing the two can lead to higher costs and may breach your duty of care, so it is important to segregate your waste correctly at the point it is produced. If you are unsure which category your waste falls into, speak to our team and we can advise on the right offensive waste disposal or clinical waste solution for your business.
It depends on how much waste your business produces and how long you can safely store it. There is no legal time frame for collection, but you have a duty of care to make sure offensive waste does not become a hygiene or health risk. Many businesses use daily or weekly scheduled collections, while quieter settings may prefer fortnightly or monthly. We can tailor the frequency of offensive waste disposal collections to your needs and preferences.
Offensive waste is non-infectious waste that may cause offence because of its smell or appearance. Common examples handled through offensive waste disposal include:
Offensive waste is placed in yellow and black striped bags, commonly known as ‘tiger sacks’. This distinctive colouring makes offensive waste disposal easy to identify and keeps the waste separate from other waste streams.
No. Offensive waste disposal requires segregation from general rubbish, with collection by a licensed waste carrier. Placing offensive waste in general waste bins can breach your duty of care and may lead to regulatory non-compliance.