June 8, 2026 National Medical Waste Disposal Company Urges Sharps Safety Guidance for Texas Healthcare Facilities Sharps Medical Waste Services, a company serving regulated waste generators, is encouraging healthcare facilities to review their sharps disposal practices. HOUSTON, Texas – Sharps Medical Waste Services (MWS), a U.S. medical waste management company serving healthcare organizations and other regulated waste generators, is encouraging Texas healthcare facilities to review their sharps disposal practices as part of a broader focus on workplace safety, waste segregation, and compliance readiness. Needles, syringes, lancets, scalpels, and other sharps are used every day in exam rooms, surgical suites, dental offices, laboratories, pharmacies, veterinary practices, and other care settings. Once used, these items require proper containment, handling, storage, and disposal to help protect healthcare workers, environmental services teams, patients, and the broader community. According to the CDC, an estimated 385,000 needlestick and sharps-related injuries occur each year among hospital-based healthcare personnel in the United States. For healthcare facilities, these incidents can lead to exposure protocols, reporting requirements, testing, follow-up care, staff concerns, and internal process reviews. “Sharps safety starts at the point of use,” said Dave Sanborn, Chief Operating Officer at Sharps Medical Waste Services. “The right container, the right placement, clear staff procedures, reliable pickup, and accessible documentation all play a role in reducing avoidable risk.” Sharps Medical Waste Services recommends that Texas facilities periodically review practical areas of their sharps and medical waste programs, including: – Placement of sharps containers near the point of use – Replacement of containers before they become overfilled – Clear separation of sharps, regulated medical waste, pharmaceutical waste, chemotherapy waste, and other waste streams – Staff awareness of proper disposal practices – Pickup schedules that match actual waste volume – Access to waste manifests, service records, and other documentation Medical waste requirements vary by state, facility type, and waste stream. Texas generators should follow applicable federal, state, and local rules and consult their compliance team or regulatory authority for specific requirements. “Medical waste disposal is most effective when it fits the way a facility actually operates,” added Sanborn. “A high-volume surgery center may need recurring route pickup, while a smaller clinic or satellite location may benefit from mailback options. The service model should match the waste volume, workflow, and documentation needs of the facility.” Sharps Medical Waste Services supports Texas healthcare organizations, laboratories, pharmacies, dental offices, veterinary practices, surgery centers, hospitals, health systems, and other regulated waste generators with route pickup, mailback solutions, sharps disposal, pharmaceutical waste, chemotherapy waste, biohazardous waste, hazardous and universal waste support, compliance resources, documentation, and flexible service options. Texas healthcare facilities interested in reviewing their sharps disposal practices, medical waste pickup schedule, mailback options, or documentation processes can contact Sharps Medical Waste Services at Sharpsmws.com, [email protected], or 800.772.5657. — About Sharps Medical Waste Services Sharps Medical Waste Services (MWS) is a leading, U.S.-based provider of regulated medical waste management and compliance solutions, serving healthcare facilities, pharmacies, laboratories, and businesses nationwide. The company is committed to protecting public health through safe, compliant, and reliable waste handling services, supported by rigorous regulatory standards, operational excellence, and a customer-focused service model. For more information, please visit sharpsmws.com. Media Inquiries (281) 901-7619 [email protected] Read More
February 2, 2026 Sharps Medical Waste Services Appoints David Sanborn as Chief Operating Officer Veteran operations executive with 25+ years of leadership experience, supports national growth, safety, and compliance excellence at the medical waste company. HOUSTON, Texas – Sharps Medical Waste Services (MWS), a national leader in regulated medical waste management, announced the appointment of David Sanborn as Chief Operating Officer, effective January 26. Sanborn will report directly to Chief Executive Officer Kerry Jones and will oversee Sharps’ nationwide operations as the company continues to scale its services, strengthen execution, and advance its commitment to safety, compliance, and public health protection. Sanborn brings more than 25 years of operations leadership experience across complex, multi-site environments, including manufacturing, distribution, and highly regulated industries. Most recently, he served as Vice President of U.S. Operations at Reddy Ice, where he led operations across more than 130 facilities in 32 states, with full P&L responsibility and oversight of more than 1,600 team members. His background includes driving operational consistency at scale, improving safety and service performance, integrating acquisitions, and building disciplined operating models that support sustainable growth. “This appointment comes at a pivotal moment for Sharps,” said Kerry Jones, Chief Executive Officer of Sharps Medical Waste Services. “As we continue to grow nationally, operational discipline, safety leadership, and regulatory excellence are more important than ever. David has a proven track record of leading large, distributed operations while improving safety outcomes and delivering consistent performance. His leadership will be instrumental as we support our customers and protect the communities we serve.” Throughout his career, Sanborn has led organizations through periods of scale and transformation, with a strong emphasis on safety culture, workforce development, and operational accountability. “As Chief Operating Officer, my focus is on building consistent, reliable operations that put safety and compliance first,” said David Sanborn. “Sharps plays a critical role in protecting healthcare workers, patients, and communities. I’m looking forward to working alongside the team to strengthen execution, support growth, and ensure our operations continue to meet the highest standards across every market we serve.” In his role, Sanborn will focus on driving operational consistency across Sharps MWS’ national footprint, supporting profitable and sustainable growth, and ensuring teams are equipped with the structure, tools, and leadership needed to perform in a highly regulated healthcare services environment. — About Sharps Medical Waste Services Sharps Medical Waste Services (MWS) is a leading, U.S.-based provider of regulated medical waste management and compliance solutions, serving healthcare facilities, pharmacies, laboratories, and businesses nationwide. The company is committed to protecting public health through safe, compliant, and reliable waste handling services, supported by rigorous regulatory standards, operational excellence, and a customer-focused service model. For more information, please visit sharpsmws.com. Media Inquiries (281) 901-7619 [email protected] Read More
December 4, 2025 Sharps Medical Waste Services Appoints Mark Frick as Vice President, Environmental, Health & Safety HOUSTON, Texas – Sharps Medical Waste Services (MWS), a leading provider of regulated medical waste management and compliance-driven environmental solutions, announces the appointment of Mark Frick as Vice President, Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS). In this role, Mark will oversee the company’s EHS strategy and programs across its U.S. operations and will report directly to Chief Executive Officer Kerry Jones. With Safety First at the heart of our culture, Mark’s leadership and expertise make him the ideal choice to guide this important initiative. Mark brings more than 35 years of global EHS leadership experience across high-hazard, highly regulated industries, including the medical waste industry. He has built a distinguished career driving transformative safety performance, strengthening compliance systems, and fostering resilient, prevention-focused safety cultures. Mark holds a Master of Science degree in Environmental Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Houston. “We are pleased to welcome Mark to Sharps,” said Kerry Jones, Chief Executive Officer, Sharps Medical Waste Services. “His deep industry expertise, proven record of elevating safety performance, and strong leadership approach align with our mission and values. Mark’s contributions will be instrumental as we continue strengthening our safety culture and delivering excellence for our customers, our employees, and the communities we serve.” Mark added, “I am honored to join Sharps at such a pivotal time in the company’s exponential growth. I look forward to partnering with our operations teams across the U.S. to advance a proactive, prevention-driven safety culture and build on the strong foundation already in place.” — About Sharps Medical Waste Services Sharps Medical Waste Services (MWS) is a leading, U.S.-based provider of regulated medical waste management and compliance solutions, serving healthcare facilities, pharmacies, laboratories, and businesses nationwide. The company is committed to protecting public health through safe, compliant, and reliable waste handling services, supported by rigorous regulatory standards, operational excellence, and a customer-focused service model. For more information, please visit sharpsmws.com. Media Inquiries (281) 901-7619 [email protected] Read More
June 22, 2022 Sharps Compliance’s Scholarship Contest Winners Announced Sharps Compliance has announced the winners for its fall 2022 scholarship contest, which it holds twice a year. College students studying a healthcare-related field can submit an essay and application for a chance to win a $1,500, $1,000, or $750 scholarship. Below are the Fall 2022 winners: Prize Name School First Matthew C. Stephen F Austin State University Second Matthew L. UNC- Chapel Hill Third Hanna R. Penn State This semester’s topic asked participants to discuss the strategies long-term care facilities can implement to prevent COVID-19. Numerous U.S.-based trade organizations, from the National Center for Assisted Living to the National Association for the Support of Long Term Care, and many others, provide valuable resources to guide successful operations in their industry. Long-term care facilities nationwide are beginning to rebound after the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic has ravaged their populations and operations. Describe what proactive strategies industry leaders should promote or enforce to prevent the spread of any potential future variants of COVID-19 or other endemic diseases. Congratulations to the winners, and thanks to everyone who participated! Our next scholarship contest will be later this year in the fall. Read More
May 25, 2022 Scholarship Contest Reminder: Essays Due 5/27/22 Sharps Compliance’s semiannual scholarship contest is accepting essays and applications until Friday, May 27. Three scholarships ($1,500, $1,000, $750) will be awarded to three college students majoring in a healthcare-related field. Below is this semester’s topic: Proactive Strategies in Long-Term Care to Prevent the Spread of Future Variants of COVID-19 Numerous U.S.-based trade organizations, from the National Center for Assisted Living to the National Association for the Support of Long Term Care, and many others, provide valuable resources to guide successful operations in their industry. Long-term care facilities nationwide are beginning to rebound after the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic has ravaged their populations and operations. Describe what proactive strategies industry leaders should promote or enforce to prevent the spread of any potential future variants of COVID-19 or other endemic diseases. To apply, send essays and applications to [email protected] or Attn: Michele Guzman, Sharps Compliance, 9220 Kirby Drive, Ste. 500, Houston, TX 77054. Winners will be announced on June 17. Read More
June 23, 2021 Scholarship Winners Announced for Fall 2021 Contest Sharps Compliance has announced the winners for its semi-annual Fall 20201 scholarship contest. Congratulations! Each semester Sharps Compliance holds a scholarship contest for eligible students studying healthcare. Three prizes are awarded ranging from $750 to $1,500. Below are this semester’s winners: Prize Name School First Miranda G. Brown University Second Ariana G. University of Pennsylvania Third Kaylee M. University of North Texas The essay topic for this semester’s contest is below: The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately impacted nursing homes and other long-term care facilities due to high mortality rates among their residents, staffing shortages, and infection control issues. Proper segregation of pharmaceutical and regulated medical wastes within these settings is highly regulated but difficult to execute during a pandemic when staff is directing their attention elsewhere. Explore current recommendations and requirements for regulated waste management in the long-term care industry and how facilities can create consistent, simple, and compliant waste segregation methods. Thank you to everyone who participated! Read More
