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Hazardous waste is classified as such when it has properties or contains substances that make it corrosive, caustic, carcinogenic, ecotoxic, irritant, infectious, mutagenic, toxic, or an oxidizing agent.

in Ashtead 390 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Ashtead annually which shows how important it is to collect and dispose of the hazardous waste properly.

All hazardous waste disposals must all be managed properly by hiring a regulated and professional hazardous waste company in Ashtead.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Ashtead produced approximately 390 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 390 tonnes in Ashtead only 36% was recycled.

Hazardous waste collection is a major part of the waste management world and one that impacts the health of our planet significantly.
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What is the importanceof disposing of hazardous waste properly in Ashtead?

Firstly the following materials are considered hazardous waste:

- Asbestos
- Batteries
- Chemicals/liquids
- Paint
- Gas bottles
- Sharps
- White goods
- Monitors/TV's and other WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
- Fluorescent Tubes

The following are some of the main reasons why it is important to perform proper hazardous waste disposal in Ashtead.

1. Ashtead‘s Environmental Health – Inappropriate hazardous waste management and disposal pose a serious hazard to the health of Ashtead‘s environment.

2. Public Health – Throwing hazardous materials in the rubbish, pouring them down the drain into Ashtead’s water system hurts Ashtead’s environment, particularly the water supply.

3. Hazardous waste collection, management, removal, and disposal in Ashtead are all regulated by the law
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How is the hazardous waste disposed of in Ashtead?

There are a few methods deployed by hazardous waste disposal companies to manage hazardous waste, the most common include:

- Landfill
- Incineration
- Recycling

There are a range of risks associated with hazardous waste disposal in Ashtead so carrying out proper hazardous waste disposal poses a major challenge to many businesses in Ashtead. However, by following several simple procedures, organisations can make financial savings and comply with the law.
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What you need to know about Ashtead

Ashtead

Ashtead s home to a football and cricket club, many parks with woodland trails and a high street with convenience shopping.

  • Population Size 4,536
  • Active Businesses 34
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)1,902
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 988

How much waste do we produce in Ashtead?

Last year in this Ashtead area, 4,536 residents and 34 businesses produced 1,902 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of SLWP (South London Waste Partnership), which has been set up between Merton, Kingston upon Thames, Croydon and Sutton to deal with waste more efficiently in south London along with the waste contractor Veolia ES UK to manage waste in the area more efficiently to importantly collect both the segregated and mixed waste produced and to dispose of it either by recycling, reuse or landfill
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What is the council recycling rate of Ashtead?

Last year Ashtead managed to recycle or reuse 988 tonnes of waste (0.52) against 914 (48.04%).
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How much did local councils in Ashtead spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Ashtead spent £35,418.90 on waste management activities including collection, transport and treatment of household and business waste.
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How many residents and active businesses are there in Ashtead?

On record for last year Ashtead had 4,536 residents and 34 active businesses.
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How else did Ashtead impact the environment last year?

Ashtead Ashtead s home to a football and cricket club, many parks with woodland trails and a high street with convenience shopping. which is made up of 5.20 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Ashtead had 6 fly tip incidents accompanied by 1 fly tip penalties.
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