Secure Document Shredding
Document shredding is an integral part of our scanning services, once scanned we can securely shred documents and microfilm-based media to the latest BS EN 15713 standards and provide certification.
Our secure document shredding services include;
- Onsite and Offsite Document Shredding Services
- Ad hoc and Regular Document Shredding Services
- Sensitive and Confidential Document Shredding Services
- Supply of Document Shredding Consoles, Bins, and Bags
Our Secure Document Shredding Services
Secure document shredding is a process by which confidential or sensitive documents are destroyed in a safe and secure manner to prevent the potential misuse of any information they contain. Document shredding services typically use industrial-grade shredding machines to reduce the paper documents to small, unidentifiable pieces. The process is designed to protect personal, private, and confidential information from getting into the wrong hands and to prevent identity theft or data breaches.
At Pearl Scan, our secure document shredding service provides clients with a comprehensive solution for disposing of their confidential documents. We offer both off-site and on-site shredding services, depending on your preference, and provide a certificate of destruction upon completion to guarantee that your documents have been destroyed in compliance with regulations and standards.
Our shredding process is entirely secure and conducted in a monitored and controlled environment. We use the latest shredding technologies, and our team is highly trained to handle confidential documents with the utmost care and security. We also offer a secure collection service, so you don’t have to worry about transporting your documents to our facility.
Our shredding and recycling services are accredited to the following standards;
Shredding with an Eco-Friendly Approach
We love our planet and take great care in the shredding, recycling and disposal of our waste paper. All our shredding services are carried out in accordance with our fully accredited BS EN ISO 14001 environment management systems.
Our environmentally friendly document shredding service is a process by which confidential or sensitive documents are destroyed securely while also minimising the impact on the environment. Document shredding can generate a significant amount of paper waste, and this waste must be disposed of properly to avoid any negative environmental impact.
At Pearl Scan, our environmentally friendly document shredding service is designed to reduce waste and minimise the environmental impact of document destruction. We use state-of-the-art shredding equipment that is energy-efficient and has minimal impact on the environment. We also recycle all the shredded paper, ensuring that it is reused and reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill.
Our shredding process is carried out in a monitored and controlled environment, ensuring that all documents are destroyed securely and efficiently, without any risk of data breaches. We also provide a certificate of destruction upon completion of the shredding process to guarantee that your documents have been destroyed securely and in compliance with regulations and standards.
If you’re looking for an environmentally friendly document shredding service, Pearl Scan is the ideal solution. We are committed to reducing our impact on the environment, and we provide a range of environmentally friendly solutions that meet the highest standards of security and compliance.
Our Range of Document Shredding Services
Scan to shred
We understand that many clients wish to optimise their office space and minimise the ongoing cost of physical file storage. For this reason, we offer a comprehensive document scanning service that allows our clients to digitise their paper documents and access them digitally, without incurring the expense and inconvenience of physical storage.
Upon completion of the document scanning process, we offer our clients the option of securely shredding their original paper documents to comply with the BS EN 15713 standards. This ensures that all confidential and sensitive information contained within the documents is irretrievable, and your business remains secure. We also provide a certificate of destruction to guarantee that all documents have been destroyed in accordance with the relevant regulations and standards.
Standalone shredding
If your business is undergoing an office clear out or relocating to a new premises, you may find that you have accumulated a large number of unwanted files and documents that need to be disposed of securely. At Pearl Scan, we offer a convenient and cost-effective solution to help you manage this process.
We can arrange for the collection and shredding of all unwanted files and documents, providing you with a flexible and tailored service that meets your specific requirements. Our team will work closely with you to identify the most suitable time and location for collection, and we can provide regular or ad-hoc collections as needed. Our team is highly trained and experienced in handling confidential documents, and we take pride in our commitment to providing our clients with a reliable, efficient and secure shredding solutions.
Regular shredding
We offer a pre-scheduled collection service that allows you to have your shredding consoles, bags or boxes collected at regular intervals, either monthly or quarterly.
Our pre-scheduled collection service is designed to provide you with a reliable and convenient solution to document management, and we work closely with you to establish a collection schedule that meets your specific requirements. We can provide you with high-quality shredding consoles, bags or boxes to store your documents, and our team can advise you on the most appropriate option for your business.
Once your documents are collected, we ensure that they are shredded and recycled in accordance with the highest industry standards. We take great care to ensure that all sensitive data is destroyed beyond recovery, and we provide you with a certificate of destruction to confirm that the shredding process has been completed in accordance with the relevant regulations and standards.
Mobile shredding
We understand that some clients may require an extra level of security and peace of mind when it comes to shredding their confidential and sensitive documents. For this reason, we offer a mobile shredding service that is designed to provide you with a secure and convenient solution to document management.
Our mobile shredding service is ideal for clients who require one-off or regular shredding requirements, and it allows you to have your documents shredded on site, in your presence. This provides you with complete peace of mind that your confidential documents are being managed securely, and it ensures that all sensitive data is destroyed beyond recovery. Our team of trained professionals will arrive at your premises with our state-of-the-art mobile shredding equipment, which is capable of shredding large volumes of documents quickly and efficiently. We work closely with you to establish the most suitable time and location for the shredding to take place, and we ensure that all documents are shredded in accordance with the highest industry standards.
What Do We Typically Shred?
We have been providing integrated shredding services to organisations throughout the country for the past 20 years, and during that time, we have always strived to deliver the most reliable and cost-effective method of document management.
We understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality and data security, which is why we use state-of-the-art shredding equipment and industry-leading standards to ensure that all confidential documents and materials are destroyed beyond recovery.
Our comprehensive range of shredding services includes the secure destruction of a variety of documents and materials, including but not limited to:
- Paper documents and files
- Confidential records
- Financial records and reports
- Medical records and files
- CDs, DVDs and other optical media
- USB drives and other electronic storage devices
- Microfiche and Rolls of Microfilm
We are committed to providing our clients with the highest level of service, and we always tailor our services to meet the specific requirements of each individual client. This means that we can provide you with a bespoke shredding solution that is designed to meet your specific needs, whether you require a one-off shredding service or regular scheduled shredding.
Our shredding services are fully compliant with relevant regulations and standards, and we provide a certificate of destruction for all shredding jobs to confirm that the materials have been securely and responsibly destroyed.
At our company, we understand the importance of safeguarding confidential and sensitive information, and our integrated shredding services are designed to provide our clients with complete peace of mind that their documents and materials are being handled securely and responsibly.
Fast turnaround
Depending on your location, documents can be collected and shredded within 24 hours.
Data protection
All our staff members are fully vetted to DBS, have signed a secrecy act and follow GDPR standards.
Recycling
All paper and plastic based material is recycled adhering to The Recycling Association standards.