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There are different regulations which apply to devices and equipment including hand gels and PPE (personal protective equipment)
Find out when you must use a Defra-approved disinfectant, which product to use, and in what concentration.
The U7 exemption allows you to use effluent from water and waste water treatment plants to clean highway gravel beds where high-quality water is not needed.
The use of chemicals to clean algae and other deposits off slipways and marine structures can cause pollution.
Operating principles for commissioners and providers of night shelters for people experiencing rough sleeping.
Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) - retailer and wholesaler responsibilities, waste collection and compliance schemes.
Information and guidance on a range of medical devices for users and patients.
Environment Agency regulatory position on cleaning and sterilising waste medical instruments containing metal to allow the waste metal to be recovered elsewhere.
List of Field Safety Notices from 22 to 26 April 2024.
How to deal with waste, including hazardous waste, and prevent pollution.
Form for a manufacturing company to apply for Defra approval of a disinfectant to be used in the event of an animal disease outbreak.
Blogs where government organisations talk about their work and share information and ideas.
Check the tariff classification for antimicrobial bathing systems.
The S2 waste exemption allows you to store specific waste at a secure intermediate site, separate to where the waste was produced, before transportation to another site for recovery.
Today, at the National Association of Headteacher’s (NAHT) Annual conference, Ofsted’s Chief Inspector, Sir Martyn Oliver, announced changes to ungraded inspections.
Guidance for using automated grading techniques for beef carcase classification
Guidance on decontamination and infection control, including surgical instruments, dental equipment, endoscopes and benchtop steam sterilizers.
Principles to support decision making for those involved in safely planning and protecting visiting during outbreaks of infectious illness in adult social care.
Steps to help grow your business - finding finance, mentors, increasing sales and developing products and services
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