Environmental issues continue to spark concern for residents, especially those most interested in eliminating unnecessary waste. Recycling efforts are certainly on the rise but residential and commercial waste separation exercises are still under ongoing improvements. Customers should recognize that waste disposal issues do not appear overnight and that a cure will likewise not appear overnight. There are several steps that NHS has taken to enhance the process and more upgrades are on the way soon.

Faster Response Times

One of the main problems NHS faced in the past was unacceptable response times to new procurement contracts. This in turn led to slow and inconsistent waste pick-ups for commercial and residential customers. The resulting cycle of inefficiency has affected virtually every area from the systems manager to the end user. New policies are picking up that pace and pushing through necessary contracts to streamline waste management services across the board. Scheduling software packages and real time updates for customers are just a few of the upgrades being revealed by NHS officials.

Procurement Revisions

New methods of issuing procurement contracts to potential commercial waste management vendors have been implemented and will continue over the next several months. Potential contractors are constantly being screened and added to a standby list for emergency services. This backup support system will alleviate the need for last minute changes when a vendor is unable to handle the workload at hand. Other revisions being considered offer additional support during peak seasons and busy events. Keeping a healthy supply of vendors on hand will certainly provide relief for many property managers.

Speciality Services

Another initiative NHS has implemented deals with speciality waste serve needs. Clinical waste requires additional handling and safety procedures. Staff must be trained in these unique areas before permission can be granted to operate certain machinery or work with hazardous waste materials. Training new staff begins with shadowing the trail from hospital centres and clinics that produce various tissue and bio hazardous materials, including needles, and blood samples.

There is no single solution that will solve these ongoing challenges immediately. Waste disposal issues have been building for several years and have increased despite new technologies being available. NHS is tackling known issues one at a time and proactively addressing potential challenges before they arise. Officials are now using technology to their advantage and have been making headway with each new phase.