Hazardous Waste in Dagenham

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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 Dagenham 902 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Dagenham 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 Dagenham.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Dagenham produced approximately 902 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 902 tonnes in Dagenham 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 Dagenham?

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 Dagenham.

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

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

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

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

Dagenham

Dagenham is connected to the London underground by three stations, it also has a popular market, a museum and The Roundhouse Pub

  • Population Size 10,488
  • Active Businesses 13
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)4,398
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 1,696

How much waste do we produce in Dagenham?

Last year in this Dagenham area, 10,488 residents and 13 businesses produced 4,398 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of ELWA (East London Waste Authority) has been set up between Redbridge, Havering, Barking & Dagenham and Newham to deal with waste more efficiently in East London along with the waste contractor Havering Recycling Service 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 Dagenham?

Last year Dagenham managed to recycle or reuse 1,696 tonnes of waste (38.56%) against 2,702 (61.44%).
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How much did local councils in Dagenham spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Dagenham spent £618,774.18 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 Dagenham?

On record for last year Dagenham had 10,488 residents and 13 active businesses.
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How else did Dagenham impact the environment last year?

Dagenham Dagenham is connected to the London underground by three stations, it also has a popular market, a museum and The Roundhouse Pub which is made up of 6.01 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Dagenham had 75 fly tip incidents accompanied by 8 fly tip penalties.
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