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Syringes: Outline

Needles, syringes and other drug related items are being increasingly discarded in the environment.

There are a number of hazards associated with handling these items and if discovered you should contact us to have them safely removed and disposed.

We advise members of the public not to pick up needles, unless it poses an immediate danger to you or otherresidents. Ideally, you should contact us and we will safely dispose ofthem.

Please note that any needles, or syringes, etc. found oneducational premises (e.g. schools, nurseries, etc.) during workinghours should be reported immediately to the premises directly wherestaff on site are trained to deal with such items.

Related Contacts

Environmental Health

Tel: (01543) 462621

Fax: (01543) 462317

Environmental Health, Civic Buildings, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 1BG

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