Hazardous Waste in Barnes Cray

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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 Barnes Cray 499 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Barnes Cray 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 Barnes Cray.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Barnes Cray produced approximately 499 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 499 tonnes in Barnes Cray 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 Barnes Cray?

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 Barnes Cray.

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

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

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

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 Barnes Cray so carrying out proper hazardous waste disposal poses a major challenge to many businesses in Barnes Cray. 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 Barnes Cray

Barnes Cray

Barnes Cray, previously the site of a carpet mill which harnessed the power of the river Cray, it is also home to Barnehurst Golf Course

  • Population Size 17,861
  • Active Businesses 121
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)7,490
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 3,127

How much waste do we produce in Barnes Cray?

Last year in this Barnes Cray area, 17,861 residents and 121 businesses produced 7,490 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of Serco who are the waste contractor deployed by Dartford Borough Council to manage the waste of the residents 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 Barnes Cray?

Last year Barnes Cray managed to recycle or reuse 3,127 tonnes of waste (41.75%) against 4,363 (58.25%).
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How much did local councils in Barnes Cray spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Barnes Cray spent £1,089,514.47 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 Barnes Cray?

On record for last year Barnes Cray had 17,861 residents and 121 active businesses.
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How else did Barnes Cray impact the environment last year?

Barnes Cray Barnes Cray, previously the site of a carpet mill which harnessed the power of the river Cray, it is also home to Barnehurst Golf Course which is made up of 16.83 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Barnes Cray had 47 fly tip incidents accompanied by 2 fly tip penalties.
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