{"id":18573,"date":"2025-02-20T08:10:55","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T06:10:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tma.es\/?p=18573"},"modified":"2025-02-19T11:21:56","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T09:21:56","slug":"sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital\/","title":{"rendered":"Sanitary waste from the Girona University Hospital: sustainable solutions for hospital waste management"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TMA strengthens its commitment to sustainability and the safe and efficient management of healthcare waste with <strong>this tender for the Girona University Hospital Doctor Josep Trueta,<\/strong> which includes the supply of approved containers, transport and treatment of waste. This new project reaffirms <strong>TMA&#8217;s ability to efficiently manage hospital waste<\/strong>, both Group I (similar to municipal waste) and Group II (non-specific healthcare waste). In addition, certified destruction of confidential documentation will be carried out. With all this, <strong>TMA contributes to improving the efficiency and sustainability at sanitary waste management<\/strong> of this reference healthcare centre.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contenido del art\u00edculo<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #696969;color:#696969\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital\/#Sanitary_waste_efficient_management_and_public_health\" title=\"Sanitary waste: efficient management and public health\">Sanitary waste: efficient management and public health<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital\/#HOW_TO_OPTIMIZE_WASTE_MANAGEMENT_IN_HOSPITALS_KEYS_TO_SAFE_MANAGEMENT\" title=\"HOW TO OPTIMIZE WASTE MANAGEMENT IN HOSPITALS: KEYS TO SAFE MANAGEMENT\">HOW TO OPTIMIZE WASTE MANAGEMENT IN HOSPITALS: KEYS TO SAFE MANAGEMENT<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital\/#Collection_of_hospital_waste\" title=\"Collection of hospital waste\">Collection of hospital waste<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital\/#Confidential_material_in_hospitals\" title=\"Confidential material in hospitals\">Confidential material in hospitals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital\/#Safe_and_environmentally_friendly_waste_transport\" title=\"Safe and environmentally friendly waste transport\">Safe and environmentally friendly waste transport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital\/#Sanitary_waste_treatment_plants\" title=\"Sanitary waste treatment plants\">Sanitary waste treatment plants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital\/#Safety_in_hospital_waste_management\" title=\"Safety in hospital waste management\">Safety in hospital waste management<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital\/#HOW_TO_REDUCE_THE_ENVIRONMENTAL_IMPACT_OF_HOSPITALS\" title=\"HOW TO REDUCE THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF HOSPITALS\">HOW TO REDUCE THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF HOSPITALS<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital\/#Circular_Economy_and_Zero_Waste_philosophy_in_hospital_waste_management\" title=\"Circular Economy and Zero Waste philosophy in hospital waste management\">Circular Economy and Zero Waste philosophy in hospital waste management<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital\/#BENEFITS_OF_EFFICIENT_MANAGEMENT_OF_SANITARY_ANB_BIOMEDICAL_WASTE\" title=\"BENEFITS OF EFFICIENT MANAGEMENT OF SANITARY ANB BIOMEDICAL WASTE\">BENEFITS OF EFFICIENT MANAGEMENT OF SANITARY ANB BIOMEDICAL WASTE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/sanitary-waste-management-girona-hospital\/#HOW_TMA_MANAGES_SANITARY_AND_BIOMEDICAL_WASTE\" title=\"HOW TMA MANAGES SANITARY AND BIOMEDICAL WASTE\">HOW TMA MANAGES SANITARY AND BIOMEDICAL WASTE<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOSPITAL_WASTE_MANAGEMENT\"><\/span><strong>HOSPITAL WASTE MANAGEMENT<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-18556 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gestion-residuos-sanitarios-hospital-girona-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Gesti\u00f3n residuos en hospitales residuos sanitarios Hospital Girona\" width=\"350\" height=\"233\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 350px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 350\/233;\" \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TMA strengthens its commitment to <strong>sustainability and the responsible management of hospital waste<\/strong> through this new tender for the Girona University Hospital Doctor Josep Trueta.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The project covers everything from the supply of approved containers to the collection and transport, classification, treatment and certified destruction of waste, including confidential documentation. Throughout the process we will <\/span><b>comply with waste and environmental regulations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, guaranteeing <\/span><a title=\"Traceability\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/traceability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>traceability<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and maximising<\/span><b> recycling and recovery opportunities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The waste we will manage is the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Group I:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Waste similar to urban waste, such as paper and cardboard, which is recyclable and can be reintegrated into the production cycle. Organic, glass and banal waste will also be managed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Group II:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Inert and non-special sanitary waste, which requires special management due to its origin and the regulations governing its treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Other bulky waste.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a title=\"Destruction of Confidential Material\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/destruction-of-confidential-material\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Destruction of confidential documentation<\/b><\/a> and the corresponding certification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TMA will be responsible for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The provision of <\/span><b>compacting containers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with lift-dumpers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The<\/span><b> change of compacting containers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Transport to the treatment plants<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a title=\"Recycling and Treatment\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/recycling-and-treatment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>treatment<\/b><strong> of waste.<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">The <b>electronic processing of documentation<\/b> in the SDR of the Waste Agency according to current regulations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sanitary_waste_efficient_management_and_public_health\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sanitary waste: efficient management and public health<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In terms of volume, this is the estimate of waste that we will manage:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>1,360 tons of sanitary waste <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Group I and II), essential to guarantee health and environmental safety.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>360 tons of paper and cardboard<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, recovered for reuse, contributing to the Circular Economy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Vulusive waste<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which includes furniture and other materials that require specific processes for their correct handling and treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The comprehensive approach that we will implement in this tender guarantees regulatory compliance and reinforces <\/span><b>TMA&#8217;s commitment to efficient waste management, public health and safety<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and to <\/span><b>reducing environmental impact.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOW_TO_OPTIMIZE_WASTE_MANAGEMENT_IN_HOSPITALS_KEYS_TO_SAFE_MANAGEMENT\"><\/span><strong>HOW TO OPTIMIZE WASTE MANAGEMENT IN HOSPITALS: KEYS TO SAFE MANAGEMENT<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the healthcare sector, the correct management of hospital waste is a crucial challenge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This waste represents a risk to health and the environment and also offers an opportunity to implement sustainable practices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At TMA, we apply rigorous protocols to ensure its safe handling and the most appropriate treatment for each type of waste:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Segregation at source: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We provide the hospital with approved containers that ensure the proper separation of this waste from the outset.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b><a title=\"Vehicles for transporting waste\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/vehicles-and-equipment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Specialized transport<\/a>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We use vehicles equipped to avoid any risk during transport, ensuring full traceability of the waste.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Advanced treatment: <\/b>Biomedical waste is subjected to disinfection and sterilization processes, minimizing its environmental impact and guaranteeing safe final disposal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Collection_of_hospital_waste\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18544 alignleft lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gestion-residuos-sanitarios-hospital-girona-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Gesti\u00f3n residuos en hospitales residuos sanitarios Hospital Girona\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gestion-residuos-sanitarios-hospital-girona-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gestion-residuos-sanitarios-hospital-girona-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gestion-residuos-sanitarios-hospital-girona-1-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gestion-residuos-sanitarios-hospital-girona-1.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/>Collection of hospital waste<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We provide the hospital with a wide range of approved and <a title=\"Specific containers\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/collection-and-transportation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>specific containers for each type of waste<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These containers facilitate segregation at source, optimize internal handling and ensure the safety of healthcare workers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We use advanced technology, such as hermetic compactors and lift-tilter systems, ensuring the correct segregation and recycling of waste.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Confidential_material_in_hospitals\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confidential material in hospitals<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The management of confidential material, especially in the hospital setting, requires efficient management <\/span><b>to ensure the security of information and compliance with current regulations.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The confidential material of the Hospital Universitari de Girona is managed with strict procedures that include secure storage, controlled transport and certified destruction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We know that this waste contains sensitive data and can have an environmental impact if not handled properly. Therefore, our commitment is based on offering a comprehensive service that ensures confidentiality, protects privacy and contributes to sustainability.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safe_and_environmentally_friendly_waste_transport\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18565 alignleft lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gestion-residuos-biosanitarios-sanitarios-hospitales-4-300x175.webp\" alt=\"Gesti\u00f3n residuos en hospitales residuos sanitarios Hospital Girona\" width=\"500\" height=\"292\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gestion-residuos-biosanitarios-sanitarios-hospitales-4-300x175.webp 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gestion-residuos-biosanitarios-sanitarios-hospitales-4-1024x598.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gestion-residuos-biosanitarios-sanitarios-hospitales-4-768x449.webp 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gestion-residuos-biosanitarios-sanitarios-hospitales-4-700x409.webp 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gestion-residuos-biosanitarios-sanitarios-hospitales-4.webp 1536w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/292;\" \/>Safe and environmentally friendly waste transport<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a title=\"Waste transportation\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/collection-and-transportation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>transport of hospital waste<\/strong><\/a> is one of the most critical stages of the process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At TMA we have approved vehicles equipped with advanced technologies that guarantee safety during transport.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These vehicles are designed to minimise carbon emissions and are subject to regular checks to comply with the strictest environmental standards.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each vehicle in our own fleet, which has more than 250 vehicles of 11 different types, has real-time tracking systems, allowing us to monitor the traceability of waste from the hospital to our treatment plants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sanitary_waste_treatment_plants\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sanitary waste treatment plants<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waste from the Hospital Universitari de Girona is transported to our treatment plants located in Sant Cugat, where we apply specific processes depending on the type of waste.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our facilities are equipped with cutting-edge technology to separate and treat waste appropriately, maximising its use.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-hazardous waste is processed for recycling and recovery, turning it into new resources that are reincorporated into the Circular Economy. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety_in_hospital_waste_management\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety in hospital waste management<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the hospital context, <strong>safety is a fundamental aspect in waste management.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthcare waste requires special attention due to its hazardous potential and because improper handling of this waste can put public health and the environment at risk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At TMA we have all the necessary safety protocols in place to ensure that the waste generated by the Girona University Hospital is treated safely at all stages of the process, from collection to final disposal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, we work closely with the hospital to ensure that all staff are properly trained in waste segregation and handling, helping to create a safer environment for patients, healthcare staff and the community in general.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOW_TO_REDUCE_THE_ENVIRONMENTAL_IMPACT_OF_HOSPITALS\"><\/span><strong>HOW TO REDUCE THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF HOSPITALS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Circular_Economy_and_Zero_Waste_philosophy_in_hospital_waste_management\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular Economy and Zero Waste philosophy in hospital waste management<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The hospital sector faces unique challenges in terms of waste management due to the diversity and danger of waste. Poor management can have serious consequences for public health and the environment: efficient management avoids unnecessary risks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this project we have the opportunity to significantly reduce the hospital&#8217;s environmental footprint.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At TMA, we integrate the Zero Waste philosophy and the principles of the<\/span><a title=\"Circular Economy\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/traceability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b> Circular Economy<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> into each stage of the biomedical and healthcare waste management that we carry out with the Hospital Universitari de Girona.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>TMA&#8217;s <a title=\"Zero Waste\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/zerowaste\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zero Waste<\/a> philosophy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> promotes the recovery of resources at each stage of the process, prioritizing recovery over disposal.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>We implement strict protocols to ensure that each type of waste is managed in accordance with current regulations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and with a Circular Economy approach, minimizing environmental impacts and maximizing resource recovery.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Efficient and<a title=\"Sanitary Waste and Biomedical Waste\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/biomedical-waste\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> responsible management of sanitary waste<\/a> protects the health of patients and workers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and also reinforces the reputation of the hospital as an institution committed to sustainability and safety.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This allows the hospital to comply with environmental regulations and, in turn, position itself as a benchmark in the healthcare sector for its commitment to sustainability and care for the environment and reinforces the role of the healthcare sector as a promoter of responsible and safe practices for the benefit of health and the environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BENEFITS_OF_EFFICIENT_MANAGEMENT_OF_SANITARY_ANB_BIOMEDICAL_WASTE\"><\/span><strong>BENEFITS OF EFFICIENT MANAGEMENT OF SANITARY ANB BIOMEDICAL WASTE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Correct management of hospital waste<\/strong> generates numerous benefits, both for healthcare institutions and for the environment:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Regulatory compliance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We ensure that the hospital complies with all applicable regulations, avoiding sanctions and strengthening its reputation as a responsible institution.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reduction of environmental impact:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We prioritize the recovery and recycling of waste, contributing to the reduction of pollution and the use of resources.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Safety for workers and patients: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper waste management minimizes the risk of exposure to infectious or dangerous agents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Optimization of internal processes:<\/b> By outsourcing waste management, the hospital can fully concentrate on its healthcare work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOW_TMA_MANAGES_SANITARY_AND_BIOMEDICAL_WASTE\"><\/span><strong>HOW TMA MANAGES SANITARY AND BIOMEDICAL WASTE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At TMA we offer a comprehensive and specialized service in the management of biosanitary and sanitary waste, covering all stages of the process, from collection to final treatment, guaranteeing traceability.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Biomedical Waste\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/biomedical-waste\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>We deal with hospital waste from groups I, II, III and IV<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ensuring compliance with the strictest regulations on safety and quality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By being able to carry out comprehensive waste management, we position ourselves as a benchmark in the sector in everything related to the management of waste from public and private hospitals, veterinary clinics, laboratories and pharmacies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At TMA, we are proud to work alongside institutions such as the Hospital Universitari de Girona. It is one more step in our commitment to the safe and efficient management of waste and the protection of the environment, in a sector as important as healthcare.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>We take care of our clients and we take care of the environment.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>We are much more than comprehensive waste management.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you need efficient waste management or more information about the services we offer at TMA?<\/strong> Write to us at comercial@tma.es and we will be happy to provide you with a personalized proposal, fully adapted to your needs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Discover our comprehensive <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/non-hazardous-waste\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waste Management Services<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Follow us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/tma-tecnologia-medio-ambiente\/?viewAsMember=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>TMA&#8217;s LinkedIn<\/strong><\/a>. Subscribe to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCW93hZPhc7c6BJIJ1L61_Qw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>YouTube channel<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Contact us<\/strong><\/a>, we will be happy to advise and inform you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TMA strengthens its commitment to sustainability and the safe and efficient management of healthcare waste with this tender for the Girona University Hospital Doctor Josep Trueta, which includes the supply of approved containers, transport and treatment of waste. This new project reaffirms TMA&#8217;s ability to efficiently manage hospital waste, both Group I (similar to municipal waste) and Group II (non-specific healthcare waste). In addition, certified destruction of confidential documentation will be carried out. 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