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Sterosafe Sharps Disposal Kit – Single Use Kit – Includes 0.08L Puncture-Resistant Bin with Gloves, Tweezers, Wipes & Waste Bag
£10.20
£8.50
Sharps Disposal Kit for the safe handling and disposal of syringes, needles, blades, and other sharp objects. Includes gloves, tweezers, cleansing wipes, and a puncture-resistant sharps bin for safe, hygienic waste management in compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974).
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Safe and Simple Sharps Disposal for Any Environment
Used syringes, needles, blades, and other sharp objects can pose a serious risk of injury and infection if not handled correctly. The Steroplast Sharps Disposal Kit provides a simple, reliable way to collect and dispose of sharps safely.
Each kit contains everything needed to handle and remove sharp or metallic waste, including gloves, tweezers, cleansing wipes, a puncture-resistant sharps bin, and a labelled waste bag.
Lightweight and easy to store, it’s suitable for workplaces, healthcare environments, and public areas where sharps may be found. By using a sharps disposal kit, managers and staff can meet hygiene and safety standards in line with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974).
7 Reasons to Choose this Sharps Disposal Kit
- Safe and controlled sharps disposal: Designed for the safe handling and disposal of syringes, needles, blades, and other sharp or metallic items, helping to maintain hygiene and reduce the risk of injury or contamination.
- Durable, tamper-resistant sharps bin: The rigid 0.08L polypropylene container is puncture, impact, fluid, and solvent resistant. It locks securely to prevent accidental access once filled.
- Complete kit for safe handling: Includes powder-free vinyl gloves, disposable tweezers, cleansing wipes, yellow waste bags – providing all the tools needed to handle and dispose of sharps safely and responsibly.
- Supports compliance with safety standards: Helps workplaces meet their obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) by ensuring correct disposal of sharp and drug-related litter.
- Compact and easy to store: Lightweight and portable for quick access when needed. The included wall bracket allows for visible, secure storage in any work environment.
- Effective hygiene control: Cleansing wipes and gloves reduce the risk of cross-contamination, while clearly marked waste bags simplify safe disposal of contaminated materials.
- Trusted for professional use: Suitable for medical environments, tattoo studios, beauty clinics, veterinary practices, schools, and any workplace where sharp objects may be encountered.
Sharps Disposal Kit Contents
| Item | Quantity | Use |
| Vinyl Examination Gloves | 1 Pair | Protect hands from contamination and infection when handling or disposing of sharps. Latex-free and suitable for single use. |
| Tweezers | 1 | Allow safe handling of sharps without direct contact. Helps reduce the risk of injury and cross-contamination. |
| Antibacterial Hand Wipe | 1 | Used to clean hands after disposing of sharps safely. Alcohol-free and individually wrapped for hygiene. |
| Sharps Disposal Bin (0.08L) | 1 | Compact, puncture-resistant container for the safe disposal of syringes, needles, blades, and other sharps. |
| Yellow Disposal Bag | 1 | Clearly labelled clinical waste bag for the safe disposal of gloves, wipes, and other contaminated items. |
| Rapid 50ml Disinfection Spray | 1 | Sporicidal spray that kills bacteria on contact to help reduce the risk of infection from contaminated surfaces. |
Who Needs a Sharps Disposal Kit?
This Sharps Disposal Kit is designed for anyone who may come into contact with sharp or contaminated objects in their workplace or community. It provides the tools needed for the safe collection and disposal of items such as needles, syringes, blades, and broken glass.
It is suitable for public-facing businesses, as required under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), helping managers protect staff and maintain high hygiene standards when drug-related litter or sharps are found on-site.
Professionals who regularly handle or may encounter sharps include medical staff, tattoo artists, cosmetic specialists, veterinary professionals, school and nursery staff, cleaning and waste management teams, seamstresses, and catering workers. Keeping a sharps disposal kit accessible ensures these individuals can manage sharps safely and reduce the risk of injury or contamination.
How to Use a Sharps Disposal Kit Safely
- Put on the gloves provided in the kit before handling any sharp or contaminated objects.
- Use the tweezers to carefully pick up sharps such as needles, blades, or broken glass. Never handle sharps directly, even when wearing gloves.
- Place the sharps immediately into the 0.08L sharps disposal bin. Do not overfill the bin or attempt to remove items once inside.
- Spray the affected area with the 50ml rapid disinfection spray to kill bacteria and reduce the risk of contamination.
- Clean your hands using the antibacterial wipe provided once disposal is complete.
- Dispose of all used materials—including gloves, wipes, and tweezers—into the yellow clinical waste bag.
- Seal and store the sharps bin safely until it can be disposed of according to local clinical waste regulations.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Bin Capacity | 0.08L |
| Bin Material | Rigid polypropylene – puncture, impact, fluid, and solvent resistant |
| Bin Features | Lockable lid, tamper-resistant design, clearly marked fill line |
| Compliance | Suitable for use under Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) requirements |
| Storage | Store in a dry place at room temperature, away from direct sunlight |
When to Seek Medical Advice
While this Sharps Disposal Kit provides the tools for safe handling and disposal of sharps, accidents can still occur. You should seek immediate medical attention if:
- You are pricked or cut by a needle or sharp object, especially if it has been used or found discarded.
- You notice signs of infection such as redness, swelling, warmth, pus, or fever after a cut or puncture wound.
- You experience any allergic reaction after using items from the kit, such as rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, or difficulty breathing.
Prompt medical care is important to reduce the risk of infection or complications following contact with potentially contaminated sharps.
Frequently Asked Questions
A sharps disposal kit is used to safely collect and dispose of sharp items such as needles, syringes, scalpels, blades, and broken glass. It helps reduce the risk of injury and contamination when handling potentially hazardous waste.
Any workplace or public-facing environment where sharps may be present should have a sharps disposal kit available. This includes healthcare settings, schools, tattoo studios, beauty salons, restaurants, and cleaning or waste management teams.
No. The sharps disposal bin is designed for single use only. Once it reaches the marked fill line, it should be sealed and disposed of in accordance with local clinical waste regulations.
Seek immediate medical attention if you are pricked by a sharp object, especially if it has been used by someone else or found discarded. Follow local workplace procedures for reporting and managing sharps injuries.
Store the kit in a dry, easily accessible location, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
Yes. The kit supports compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) by providing a safe method for handling and disposing of sharps in the workplace.
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