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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 Blendon 333 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Blendon 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 Blendon.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Blendon produced approximately 333 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 333 tonnes in Blendon 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 Blendon?

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 Blendon.

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

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

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

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

Blendon

Blendon is named after the Blendon family who owned the land in the 1700s, it was developed into a suburban area in the 1930s and 40s.

  • Population Size 2,276
  • Active Businesses 25
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)1,626
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 679

How much waste do we produce in Blendon?

Last year in this Blendon area, 2,276 residents and 25 businesses produced 1,626 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 Blendon?

Last year Blendon managed to recycle or reuse 679 tonnes of waste (41.75%) against 947 (58.25%).
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How much did local councils in Blendon spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Blendon spent £236,575.06 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 Blendon?

On record for last year Blendon had 2,276 residents and 25 active businesses.
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How else did Blendon impact the environment last year?

Blendon Blendon is named after the Blendon family who owned the land in the 1700s, it was developed into a suburban area in the 1930s and 40s. which is made up of 17.16 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Blendon had 10 fly tip incidents accompanied by 4 fly tip penalties.
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