Sharpsguard Yellow 0.5 Litre Sharps Bin

Product Description

The Sharpsguard Yellow 0.5 Litre Sharps Bin is a compact, robust sharps disposal container designed for the safe containment and disposal of used needles, syringes, and other sharp medical instruments. This UN-approved sharps container meets all current healthcare waste regulations and is ideal for home use, healthcare settings, and clinical environments where safe disposal of contaminated sharps is essential.

Key Features

Compact 0.5 Litre Capacity
Convenient size ideal for personal use, home healthcare, or small clinical settings requiring regular sharps disposal.

Yellow Lid Design
Distinctive yellow lid clearly identifies the container as suitable for sharps contaminated with medicinal products, in accordance with healthcare waste regulations.

UN-Approved Construction
Meets UN3291 standards for clinical waste containers, ensuring compliance with safety and transport regulations.

Puncture-Resistant Material
Manufactured from durable, puncture-resistant plastic to prevent needle-stick injuries and ensure safe containment.

Secure Locking Mechanism
Features a temporary and permanent closure system to prevent unauthorized access and ensure safe disposal once full.

Wide Aperture Opening
Convenient aperture design allows for easy, safe disposal of sharps without hand contact with the container interior.

Convenient Handling
Integrated handle for easy, safe transportation when required.

Benefits

• Prevents needle-stick injuries and accidental sharps exposure
• Ensures safe, hygienic disposal of contaminated sharps
• Complies with healthcare waste regulations
• Suitable for various sharp medical instruments
• Easy to use in home or clinical settings
• Reduces risk of infection transmission
• Environmentally responsible disposal solution

Suitable For Disposal Of

• Used needles and syringes
• Lancets and finger-pricking devices
• Insulin pen needles
• Acupuncture needles
• Scalpel blades
• Other sharp medical instruments contaminated with medicinal products

Ideal For

• People with diabetes requiring insulin injections
• Individuals on home injection therapy
• Patients using auto-injector medications
• Home healthcare settings
• GP surgeries and clinics
• Care homes and nursing facilities
• Tattoo and piercing studios (for certain applications)

Specifications

• Capacity: 0.5 Litres
• Colour: Yellow lid (for medicinal contaminated sharps)
• Compliance: UN3291 approved
• Dimensions: Compact, space-saving design
• Material: Puncture-resistant plastic

Directions for Use

1. Remove the lid from the container before first use
2. Place the sharps bin on a stable, flat surface away from children
3. Dispose of used sharps immediately after use through the aperture opening
4. Do not overfill - follow the fill line indicated on the container
5. When the container reaches the fill line, engage the temporary closure
6. When ready for final disposal, engage the permanent locking mechanism
7. Arrange collection through your local authority's clinical waste collection service or return to a pharmacy offering sharps disposal services

Safety Guidelines

Important Safety Information:

• Never attempt to remove items once placed in the sharps bin
• Do not shake or compress the contents
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Store in a safe, stable location away from high-traffic areas
• Never attempt to open once permanently sealed
• Do not dispose of in regular household waste

Disposal Instructions

Once full and permanently sealed, sharps bins must be disposed of according to local healthcare waste regulations. Options include:

• Local authority clinical waste collection services
• Return to participating pharmacies offering sharps disposal
• Hospital or GP surgery collection schemes (where available)

Contact your local authority or our pharmacy team for information about sharps disposal services in your area.

Important Information

This sharps container is designed for single use only. Do not attempt to reuse or empty the container. Always handle with care and follow all safety instructions provided.

Regulatory Compliance: This product complies with current healthcare waste regulations for the safe containment and transport of contaminated sharps.

If you have any questions about safe sharps disposal or need guidance on healthcare waste management, please contact our pharmacy team for assistance.