In a world where environmental responsibility is paramount, Medical Apparatus Sdn Bhd (MASSB) is leading the way with its MyHIJAU Mark Sharps Waste Containers, featuring a triple-lock closing system.

These containers have garnered a coveted spot on the Health Ministry’s Approved Product List.

MASSB views that it’s MyHIJAU sharp containers would help ensure government hospitals and private medical centres took greater responsibility for the impact of their daily operations on the environment.

MyHIJAU, a government-backed initiative by GreenTech Malaysia, stands as a testament to Medical Apparatus’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

This program not only supports green technology development but also aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).

Since its endorsement by the Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Centre in October 2012, MyHIJAU has been promoting the manufacture and supply of competitive green products and services, both locally and globally.

Medical Apparatus, with it MyHIJAU Sharps Waste Containers, emphasises that sustainability goes beyond mere profit and growth.

These containers contribute to a healthier environment through practices like material reduction, reuse, recovery, and recycling, in perfect harmony with Malaysia’s mission outlined in the “Roadmap Towards Zero Single-use Plastics (2018-2030).”

The use of MyHIJAU sharps waste containers also brings a notable advantage in terms of energy consumption.

Crafted from 50% recycled resin with a lower molecular weight and shorter molecular chain, these containers burn more efficiently, reducing energy requirements.

Medical Apparatus’s commitment to sustainability aligns seamlessly with Malaysia’s SDG initiatives and assists other businesses in adhering to Bursa Malaysia’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policy, in line with global trends favouring responsible business practices.

Medical Apparatus extends a strong call to all suppliers and businesses, urging them to prioritise the environmental impact of their products. It is a clarion call to collectively reduce single-use plastics and support sustainable practices.

MyHIJAU provides a robust platform for this, and the company encourages competitors to join them on this journey.

This aligns with the Health Ministry vision of Green building index rating system under material and resources category.

Embracing MyHIJAU and ESG principles not only benefits our planet but also makes good business sense.

Companies that adopt these principles often enjoy stronger financial performance and a better reputation.

The combination of MyHIJAU, ESG principles, and initiatives like those championed by Medical Apparatus illustrates the path towards a greener, more sustainable future where environmental stewardship and business success go hand in hand.

At the moment Medical Apparatus is embarking on producing clinical waste yellow bags and other hazardous bags to be certified under Sirim Eco Label and MyHIJAU mark.