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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 Higham 1,039 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Higham 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 Higham.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Higham produced approximately 1,039 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 1,039 tonnes in Higham 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 Higham?

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 Higham.

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

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

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

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

Higham

Higham is a village of less than 4000 people, it is home to Gad's Hill, a famous and notorious haunt of highway robbers

  • Population Size 12,085
  • Active Businesses 22
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)5,068
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 2,116

How much waste do we produce in Higham?

Last year in this Higham area, 12,085 residents and 22 businesses produced 5,068 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 Higham?

Last year Higham managed to recycle or reuse 2,116 tonnes of waste (41.75%) against 2,952 (58.25%).
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How much did local councils in Higham spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Higham spent £737,182.56 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 Higham?

On record for last year Higham had 12,085 residents and 22 active businesses.
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How else did Higham impact the environment last year?

Higham Higham is a village of less than 4000 people, it is home to Gad's Hill, a famous and notorious haunt of highway robbers which is made up of 5.15 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Higham had 32 fly tip incidents accompanied by 2 fly tip penalties.
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