How to manage waste when battling winter bugs: things How coughs, colds & D&V season impacts Care Homes, Nurseries & other settings with vulnerable people. The 4 things you MUST do!!

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When winter arrives, so do the usual suspects: coughs, colds, vomiting, and diarrhoea. It’s the seasonal ensemble nobody asked for, yet somehow they turn up every year—uninvited, unwelcome, and especially problematic anywhere that vulnerable people live, learn, or receive care. Care homes, children’s nurseries, medical settings and even hospitality sites can find themselves dealing with […]

🦷 What Exactly is Amalgam Waste – And Why Should You Care?

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If you’re in the dental world, chances are you’ve come across the silvery stuff used in fillings—yes, we’re talking about dental amalgam. It’s been around for over 150 years, and while it’s done a stellar job of patching up pearly whites, it comes with one little complication: mercury. That’s where things get… a bit toxic. Amalgam waste […]

Tattooists & Clinical Waste: Keeping the Needles Sharp and the Waste Smart!”

So, you’ve perfected the art of inking. Your lines are sharp, your shading is smooth, and your clients are beaming. But what happens when the needles dull, the gloves come off, and those ink-stained wipes pile up? That’s where clinical waste steps in—because nothing ruins a masterpiece like a clinical waste mishap. Tattooist Waste 101: […]

New service alert!! – We are now offering general waste collections!

Cornwall Bin Collection: Your Local Solution for General and Clinical Waste Management. At Kernow Clinical Waste Ltd, we specialise in providing reliable and compliant waste management services across Cornwall. While clinical waste collection remains our core service, we’re proud to expand our offerings to include general waste collection bins, designed with convenience and efficiency in mind. […]

Spring Cleaning and Contract Overhauls: Making This Season Work for You

Spring is the perfect time to shake off the winter blues and get ready for the bustling months ahead. As flowers begin to bloom and the days get longer, it’s the ideal moment to dive into some much-needed spring cleaning. But we’re not just talking about scrubbing floors and dusting off shelves—this season is also […]

Nappy Disposal for Businesses: Let’s Talk About Poo-tential

Let’s get down to the nitty-gritty, folks. It’s time to chat about nappy disposal—yes, we’re diving headfirst into the world of soiled nappies. Whether you’re a nursery, a creche, or any other business dealing with small human explosives, nappy disposal is a topic you can’t afford to sweep under the rug (or into any old […]

Managing Pharmaceutical Waste in Care Homes: A Guide to Compliance and Best Practices

Pharmaceutical waste management is a critical aspect of running a care home, ensuring the safety of residents, staff, and the environment. Proper disposal of unused, expired, or contaminated medications is not just a legal requirement but also a moral responsibility. In this blog, we’ll explore what pharmaceutical waste is, how care homes should dispose of […]