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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 Mitcham 1,074 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Mitcham 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 Mitcham.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Mitcham produced approximately 1,074 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 1,074 tonnes in Mitcham 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 Mitcham?

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 Mitcham.

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

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

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

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

Mitcham

Mitcham is home to Mitcham Common and many other green areas, Mitcham is services by five train and tube stations. The average property price is £409,202

  • Population Size 12,493
  • Active Businesses 61
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)5,239
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 2,593

How much waste do we produce in Mitcham?

Last year in this Mitcham area, 12,493 residents and 61 businesses produced 5,239 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of the responsibility of The London Borough of Bromley and Veolia ES UK to deal with waste more efficiently 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 Mitcham?

Last year Mitcham managed to recycle or reuse 2,593 tonnes of waste (49.50%) against 2,646 (50.50%).
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How much did local councils in Mitcham spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Mitcham spent £310,868.70 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 Mitcham?

On record for last year Mitcham had 12,493 residents and 61 active businesses.
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How else did Mitcham impact the environment last year?

Mitcham Mitcham is home to Mitcham Common and many other green areas, Mitcham is services by five train and tube stations. The average property price is £409,202 which is made up of 19.83 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Mitcham had 448 fly tip incidents accompanied by 77 fly tip penalties.
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