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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 Meopham 79 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Meopham 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 Meopham.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Meopham produced approximately 79 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 79 tonnes in Meopham 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 Meopham?

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 Meopham.

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

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

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

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

Meopham

Meopham is home to Killick's Mill, which was built in 1801, it is different from the others because of its hexagonal shape.

  • Population Size 924
  • Active Businesses 27
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)388
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 162

How much waste do we produce in Meopham?

Last year in this Meopham area, 924 residents and 27 businesses produced 388 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 Meopham?

Last year Meopham managed to recycle or reuse 162 tonnes of waste (41.75%) against 226 (58.25%).
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How much did local councils in Meopham spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Meopham spent £56,383.76 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 Meopham?

On record for last year Meopham had 924 residents and 27 active businesses.
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How else did Meopham impact the environment last year?

Meopham Meopham is home to Killick's Mill, which was built in 1801, it is different from the others because of its hexagonal shape. which is made up of 27.55 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Meopham had 2 fly tip incidents accompanied by 1 fly tip penalties.
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