At Lincs Cleaning Services, we know how important it is to remove and dispose of sharp objects safely and professionally. Items such as hypodermic needles, syringes, blades and broken glass pose serious risks to anyone who encounters them. If sharps are left in public or private spaces, they can spread harmful viruses, cause injury and create long-lasting health hazards. Our trained team is here to ensure every contaminated environment is made safe quickly, legally and effectively.

Across the UK, sharp objects are found in a wide range of places — parks, toilets, alleyways, car parks, bins, empty properties, stairwells and outdoor spaces. While some sharps come from medical use, many are linked to drug-related activity, which makes them extremely dangerous. Used syringes can carry bloodborne viruses and other contaminants that remain active long after the needle has been discarded. Because of these risks, sharps should never be handled by untrained individuals. Our team provides fast-response support to remove these hazards with care and precision.

What Is Classed as a Sharp?

A “sharp” is any object that can pierce or cut the skin. Common examples include:

• Hypodermic needles
• Syringes
• Scalpels
• Blades
• Knives
• Razors and razor blades
• Scissors
• Test tubes
• Phials
• Pipettes
• Broken or unbroken glass
• Sharp medical tools
• Any other pointed object 

These items can be found anywhere — in public areas, commercial sites, private homes, outdoor spaces and abandoned buildings. Even a single sharp object can cause serious harm if not dealt with correctly.

The Dangers of Dirty or Drug-Related Syringes

One of the most significant threats comes from dirty needles connected to drug use. These syringes are frequently contaminated with blood or bodily fluids, making them extremely dangerous. When drug users share or reuse needles, viruses spread between individuals. When these syringes are discarded in public places, they put anyone at risk — cleaners, caretakers, children, the public and pets.

Key dangers include:

1. Bloodborne Viruses

Dirty syringes may carry viruses such as:

• HIV
• Hepatitis B
• Hepatitis C
• A single accidental needle-stick injury can expose someone to life-changing infections that require urgent medical treatment.

2. Bacterial Infections

Used needles can contain dangerous bacteria, including those that cause:

• Tetanus
• Staph infections
• Severe skin infections

Even a small puncture wound can lead to serious health issues.

3. Drug Chemical Residues

Syringes used to inject substances such as heroin, methamphetamine or synthetic opioids may contain harmful chemical residues. Contact with these residues can cause irritation, allergic reactions or accidental poisoning.

4. Risk to Children and the Public

Used needles are sometimes found in playgrounds, parks, toilets and public bins. This makes them particularly dangerous, as children may pick them up without understanding the risks.

This is why sharps must always be removed by trained professionals. At Lincs Cleaning Services, we use the proper tools, protective equipment and disposal containers to keep everyone safe.

Why Sharps Require Professional Handling

Sharps waste is classified as clinical waste, meaning strict laws apply to how it must be handled and disposed of. Attempting to pick up or throw away sharps yourself is dangerous and may also breach waste-handling regulations.

Professional sharps removal ensures:

• Safe handling and zero direct contact
• Correct storage in approved sharps containers
• Legal compliance with clinical waste legislation
• Thorough sanitisation of contaminated areas
• Secure transport to licensed disposal facilities

We strongly recommend that no one attempts to move sharps themselves. Instead, call our trained team immediately for a safe and compliant solution.

Our Sharps Removal Process

Our response process is designed to restore safety quickly and professionally.

1. Site Assessment

We inspect the area to determine the number of sharps present and any contamination risks.

2. Precision Removal

Using specialist tools, we collect every sharp item without direct contact. This includes retrieving needles from carpets, grass, rubbish piles and hidden spaces.

3. Needle Sweeps

For high-risk environments, we carry out detailed needle sweeps to ensure no item is missed.

4. Sanitisation

We fully disinfect and sanitise the area to remove any remaining biological hazards.

5. Secure Disposal

Sharps are sealed in approved clinical waste containers and taken to licensed disposal facilities.

6. Documentation

For landlords, housing associations and businesses, we provide waste transfer notes where required.

Where We Provide Sharps Removal

We cover Lincoln and the surrounding areas, offering rapid-response sharps removal for:

• Business premises
• Schools, colleges and universities
• Parks and playgrounds
• Building sites
• Sports venues
• Bars, pubs and nightclubs
• Repossessed homes and squats
• Derelict properties
• Public toilets
• Car parks
• Industrial sites
• Private homes
• Open grasslands and pathways

Whether you’ve found one needle or several, we are equipped to handle incidents of any size.

Why Choose Lincs Cleaning Services

• Fast, reliable, 24/7 response
• Fully trained and certified team
• Safe, discreet and professional service
• Full compliance with clinical waste regulations
• Complete decontamination included
• Trusted by landlords, authorities and organisations
• Competitive and transparent pricing

When you discover sharps, it can be worrying and unsafe. Our team removes the danger quickly and with complete professionalism.

Important Safety Advice

Do NOT dispose of needles, syringes or sharps in wheelie bins or public waste bins.
Doing so endangers waste workers, cleaners and members of the public.

If you find a sharp object:

• Avoid touching it
• Keep others away
• Call Lincs Cleaning Services immediately

Need Immediate Sharps Removal?

For fast, safe and professional sharps removal across Lincoln and the surrounding areas, contact Lincs Cleaning Services. We will secure and sanitise the area quickly, ensuring your property or public space is safe once again.