Anatomical Waste

What is Anatomical Waste?

Anatomical waste is a type of clinical waste that consists of human or animal tissue, organs, body parts and other biological material generated through healthcare, medical, veterinary or laboratory activities. Anatomical waste can pose a risk to public health and the environment and beacuse of this it must be handled, stored and disposed of in accordance with strict waste management regulations.

Examples of Anatomical Waste

Examples of anatomical waste include:

Human tissue, organs and body parts
Placentas and associated biological material
Blood bags, blood reserves and transfusion waste
Anatomical specimens and biological samples
Animal tissue, carcasses and specimens
Contaminated anatomical material

Anatomical Waste Bins

Storage of Anatomical Waste

Anatomical waste must be stored securely in clearly identifiable, leak-proof containers that are suitable for the type of waste being produced. Waste should always be segregated correctly to prevent cross-contamination and ensure compliance with healthcare waste regulations.

Correct storage is essential to minimise risks to staff, patients and the environment, while also ensuring all anatomical waste is handled with dignity and in line with current legislation.

WGS Waste Management

At WGS Waste Management, we provide containers and storage solutions for anatomical waste. Our ADR-trained waste technicians are fully qualified in the safe carriage and handling of anatomical waste, ensuring all waste is managed safely and compliantly from collection through to final disposal.

We offer flexible collection schedules tailored to your requirements, whether you require daily, weekly or periodic collections. To support your legal compliance and record-keeping requirements, we provide all necessary waste documentation, including consignment notes and pre-acceptance audits where required.

Contact the WGS team for more information.

Types of Waste Streams

Correct waste segregation is essential for the safe and compliant disposal of healthcare and infectious waste. Our waste streams guide outlines colour-coded waste categories, hazardous and non-hazardous classifications and the relevant EWC codes to help your organisation manage waste correctly.

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