Hazardous Waste in Bexley Heath

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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 Bexley Heath 430 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Bexley Heath 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 Bexley Heath.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Bexley Heath produced approximately 430 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 430 tonnes in Bexley Heath 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 Bexley Heath?

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 Bexley Heath.

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

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

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

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

Bexley Heath

Bexley Heath is home to Red House which is a grade 1 listed building built in 1860, Bexley Heath's Broadway Shopping Centre is also popular with neighbouring villages.

  • Population Size 4,998
  • Active Businesses 46
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)2,096
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 875

How much waste do we produce in Bexley Heath?

Last year in this Bexley Heath area, 4,998 residents and 46 businesses produced 2,096 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 Bexley Heath?

Last year Bexley Heath managed to recycle or reuse 875 tonnes of waste (41.75%) against 1,221 (58.25%).
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How much did local councils in Bexley Heath spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Bexley Heath spent £304,863.36 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 Bexley Heath?

On record for last year Bexley Heath had 4,998 residents and 46 active businesses.
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How else did Bexley Heath impact the environment last year?

Bexley Heath Bexley Heath is home to Red House which is a grade 1 listed building built in 1860, Bexley Heath's Broadway Shopping Centre is also popular with neighbouring villages. which is made up of 14.98 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Bexley Heath had 13 fly tip incidents accompanied by 3 fly tip penalties.
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