Cannon Hygiene have extended their sharps unit disposal range to include the inSafe syringe system from Astek Innovations. You can now take advantage of a safe and compliant solution for the provision and disposal of the safer sharps waste units. With needlestick injuries a continual concern within nursing, medical & dental professions, you can now opt for a simple solution that meets all UK sharps and waste disposal regulations.

1. introducing
THE SAFER SHARPS DISPOSAL SYSTEM
FROM CANNON HYGIENE AND ASTEK INNOVATIONS
THE CANNON INSAFE
disposal service

2. The inSafe sharps
disposal system
Fewer needlestick injuries.
Safe & proper disposal.
Cannon Hygiene have extended their sharps unit disposal range
to include the inSafe syringe system from Astek Innovations.
You can now take advantage of a safe and compliant solution for
the provision and disposal of the safer sharps waste units. With
needlestick injuries a continual concern within nursing, medical
& dental professions, you can now opt for a simple solution that
meets all UK sharps and waste disposal regulations.
For more information, speak to our team today on 0844 967 0682

3. Why choose
inSafe?
There are very clear benefits
to this proven system...
A‘Safer Sharp System’which
is compatible with all needle
types and has an easy to
use mechanism meaning,
when not in use, the needle
is protected at all times
by a lockable sleeve.
The anaesthetic cartridge
is changeable during
procedures, there is a choice
of aspiration techniques and
inSafe incorporates a fully
autoclaveable syringe.
The weight and feel is just
like a conventional syringe.
The inSafe system has
been extensively tested,
is fully reliable and
ensures the care provider
is fully in control of the
procedure thereby not
compromising patient
care.
For more information, speak to our team today on 0844 967 0682

4. Syringe is inserted into unit
with the needle covered
by the lockable sleeve for
continuous protection.
Simply twist and withdraw
the syringe to safely
remove and dispose of
needle.
Secures to counter tops,
cabinets and walls
through the range of
available brackets.
Sharps waste is collected
and correctly disposed
of by Cannon Hygiene.
Safe and Easy Disposal
An easy to use, single handed operation
that requires no recapping.
For more information, speak to our team today on 0844 967 0682

5. These regulations, applicable from May 2013, implemented aspects of the European
Council Sharps Directive (2010/32/EU) that were not specifically addressed in GB
legislations.
The sharps regulations build on existing laws for healthworkers and include guidance on
the use and disposal of medical sharps.
The first action is to avoid any unnecessary use of sharps. Where this is not possible
a‘Safer Sharp System’must be used. A safer sharp is one which incorporates a needle
protection mechanism.
Health Safety
What does it say?
(Sharp Instruments in Healthcare) Regulations 2013
Between 2002 and 2011 most occupational exposures involved Nursing
professions.
Medical and Dental professions reported a similar number of occupational
exposures as Nursing professions in 2011 (231 compared to 237), with exposures in
Medical and Dental professions increasing by 131% (100 to 231) between 2002 and
2011.
Health Protection Agency, Eye of the Needle Report December 2012
Needlestick Injuries – the facts
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6. • The device must not compromise patient care
• The reliability of the device
• The care giver should be able to maintain appropriate control over the procedure
• Other safety hazards or sources of blood exposure that use of the device may introduce
• Ease of use (taking into account the existing clinical practices commonly in use by the relevant
health professionals – but not assuming custom and practice is safest)
• Is the safety mechanism design suitable for the application?
– If activation of the safety mechanism is straightforward it is more likely to be used
– If the safety mechanism is integral to the device and that it cannot be lost or misplaced
– Single handed or automatic activation is preferable
– An audible, tactile or visual signal that the mechanism has correctly activated
– The safety mechanism is not easily reversible
Consider the following in the
selection of a safer sharp system:
The re-capping of needles must be prevented and secure containers and instructions for safe disposal of medical sharps
close to the work area (regulation 5(1)(d)) COSHH regulations require systems to dispose of contaminated waste safely.
The sharps regulations supplement this by requiring that clearly marked and secure containers be placed close to areas
where medical sharps are used. Instructions for staff for safe disposal must also be placed in those areas.
In addition...
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7. unit provision
and disposal contact
Cannon Hygiene on
For waste
0844 967 0682
the inSafe syringe
system today...
To buy
Call Astek Innovations Ltd on
0161 942 3900or visit
www.astekinnovations.co.uk
The Cannon Hygiene
Promise
Cannon Hygiene has developed a unique and
integrated approach to delivering outstanding
hygiene solutions for your washrooms and
throughout your organisation.
This approach is designed to meet your specific needs and
support the well-being of your staff, customers and other
stakeholders. We also underpin your corporate and social
responsibilities and support your brand. We offer great value
solutions that work every time and that stand independent
testing to the very highest hygiene standards.
We have a comprehensive range of products and services
to meet your hygiene and energy saving needs.
It is why customers choose Cannon Hygiene and why they
choose to stay.
putting
YOU
first
For more information, speak to our team today on 0844 967 0682