Hazardous waste can be left almost anywhere, which is why if you are responsible for any large shared area such as a park or storage facility, you must remember to stay vigilant in the search for any collection of needles and sharps. Due to their small nature they are easily hidden from plain sight, which makes them an all more dangerous threat for both yourself and anyone at/around your property, so making sure you deal with them properly will help prevent any unnecessary harm.
Needles, syringes and other sharp objects are extremely dangerous as they not only can cause harm to those around them but also deal serious damage to those removing them. While we endorse property owners to be on the hunt for them, it is also incredibly important that you do not attempt to remove them by yourself.
If you do spot any needles/sharps at your property the first thing you need to do is contact a professional to remove them, this will ensure that any contaminated materials are dealt with correctly and safely, it also ensure that they will be disposed of properly.
The key thing to remember is that the majority of needle/sharp waste present a biohazard, meaning that it will potentially carry harmful diseases such as HIV and Hepatitis. These harmful viruses stay active on the end of needles for longer than you would think. They spread easily among others, making the risk that is posed by having hazardous waste on your property very real – not to mention the liability exposure to landlords and property managers. Dealing with them early and professionally can save you a lot of stress, time and damage.
For property owners, making sure that you and your tenants are safe while on your grounds should be a priority. Taking the time to check for hazardous waste and being responsible will go a long way in protecting your asset and it’s inhabitants.
Areas such as gutters, roofs, wall cracks, bins, toilets and alleyways all make perfect hiding spots for drug users wishing to hide any discarded needles or sharps. Above all, be vigilant and be safe – if you suspect there are drug users using an area of your property to use or discard any needles/sharps, call in a professional for assistance. Sharps will undoubtedly be present if you ever have squatters, travellers or unwanted persons on your site.
The SPS sharps removal team are fully trained and certified to deal with any harmful threats, and can safely inspect your property to make sure everything is safe. Available 24/7, 365 days a year, we pride ourselves on a 24 hour turnaround so we can deal with removing hazardous waste quickly and professionally, with minimum fuss to the property owner.
If you would like to discuss how we can assist you with removing any needles/sharps from your property, please call us today on 08457 62 65 42
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