Terry Grimmond’s name is likely familiar to those in the healthcare industry, but many may not know how closely he’s worked with Daniels Health to elevate safety and infection control standards worldwide. Terry, a seasoned microbiologist and globally respected expert in infection control and sharps injury prevention, first connected with Daniels Health founder, Dan Daniels, in 1992 when they both served on the Australian Standard for Sharps Containers committee. This collaboration marked the beginning of a multi-decade partnership dedicated to reshaping healthcare waste practices and protecting healthcare workers from the risks of sharps injuries. 

Terry’s expertise quickly proved invaluable. In 1994, he represented Daniels as an expert witness in a landmark case concerning medical waste, helping secure a decisive win. From there, he continued as a Daniels consultant, bringing evidence-based strategies to reduce sharps injuries and improve hospital waste management. With his help, Daniels has developed scientifically supported solutions for infection control, worker safety, sustainability, and compliance with complex regulations. Today, he is a thought leader on the importance of sustainable practices and safe sharps disposal in healthcare. 

The Evolving Role of a Safety Advocate 

Over the years, Terry’s contributions have been instrumental in Daniels’ growth. In the early days, he was a hands-on leader, often visiting hospitals personally to research and advocate for safer waste management systems like the Sharpsmart containers. Terry has trained countless Daniels team members, equipping them with skills to address healthcare waste challenges globally. 

Beyond his work with Daniels, Terry has shared his insights on sharps injury prevention at over 200 conferences in 23 countries and co-authored over 100 papers. His passion for education and collaboration has not only shaped Daniels Health’s internal practices but has also strengthened the company’s commitment to safer, more sustainable healthcare waste solutions across diverse healthcare settings. 

A Lifelong Dedication to Sharps Safety and Waste Management 

Terry’s commitment to sharps injury prevention began in 1982, during the early days of the AIDS epidemic. As a microbiologist in Adelaide, Australia, he saw firsthand the challenges hospitals faced in containing infectious waste. His work with the South Australian Health Commission led to waste minimization practices that saved resources and reduced environmental impact. Terry’s award-winning research and recommendations laid the groundwork for Daniels’ mission of reducing healthcare waste volumes through safe, reusable containers—a principle Daniels continues to follow. 

Today, as safety-engineered devices like the Sharpsmart containers have become the standard, Terry remains focused on addressing healthcare workers’ safety concerns. He continues to mentor researchers and champion data-driven safety practices, striving to keep sharps injury prevention on the global agenda. 

A Legacy of Safety and Shared Values 

As Terry approaches retirement after a career spanning almost 60 years, his work serves as a lasting model of Daniels’ mission: protecting healthcare workers and patients through innovative, scientifically supported waste management solutions. The Daniels Health team and its customers benefit greatly from his dedication, both in the practical safety improvements he’s helped implement and in the educational and regulatory insights he brings to Daniels Health’s mission of “making healthcare safer.” 

Daniels Health’s products, like the Sharpsmart containers, stand as a testament to Terry’s enduring impact: a safer healthcare system where every container plays a role in protecting lives. For healthcare providers and facilities committed to sustainability and safety, Terry Grimmond’s work exemplifies the partnership they have with Daniels Health—a partnership built on shared values, continuous innovation, and a commitment to excellence. 

"Daniels has been a great source of research interest to me. I'm very proud, and grateful, to have had the opportunity to work so much on sharps injuries."

- Terry Grimmond, Consultant Microbiologist