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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 Blackfen 240 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Blackfen 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 Blackfen.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Blackfen produced approximately 240 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 240 tonnes in Blackfen 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 Blackfen?

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 Blackfen.

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

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

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

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

Blackfen

Blackfen means black, marshy area and the area has rich and fertile soil, there are many parks and open spaces.

  • Population Size 1,591
  • Active Businesses 23
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)1,170
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 489

How much waste do we produce in Blackfen?

Last year in this Blackfen area, 1,591 residents and 23 businesses produced 1,170 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 Blackfen?

Last year Blackfen managed to recycle or reuse 489 tonnes of waste (41.75%) against 682 (58.25%).
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How much did local councils in Blackfen spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Blackfen spent £170,262.35 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 Blackfen?

On record for last year Blackfen had 1,591 residents and 23 active businesses.
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How else did Blackfen impact the environment last year?

Blackfen Blackfen means black, marshy area and the area has rich and fertile soil, there are many parks and open spaces. which is made up of 15.57 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Blackfen had 7 fly tip incidents accompanied by 1 fly tip penalties.
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