This is not a Sandwell Council service

Sandwell Council only collects the following human hygiene waste generated in the home:

• nappies
• incontinence pads
• sanitary products

If you are in good health the types of waste listed above are not considered to be clinical waste. These items can go in your general household rubbish provided they are in small quantities, adequately wrapped and free of excess liquid.

However if you are undergoing medical treatment this type of waste may present a risk. You should consult your GP to determine whether this type of waste may present a risk and should not be placed in with your general household refuse.

Items such as

• soiled surgical swabs
• soiled surgical dressings
• pharmaceutical products 
• syringe needles

are classed as clinical waste, and must not be disposed of with your general household rubbish. If you wish to dispose of items of this nature you will need to make arrangements with your GP, District Nurse or Sandwell Health Care Trust, if you have not already done so.

If you are a resident of Sandwell, there is a free service available to patients for the collection of clinical waste, such as those described above. Please call Sandwell Health Care Transport Services on 0121 507 3869 for further information.