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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 Common 738 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Mitcham Common 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 Common.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Mitcham Common produced approximately 738 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 738 tonnes in Mitcham Common 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 Common?

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 Common.

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

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

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

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

Mitcham Common

Mitcham Common contains 460 acres of common land, used for grazing livestock in feudal times.

  • Population Size 8,579
  • Active Businesses 35
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)3,597
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 1,781

How much waste do we produce in Mitcham Common?

Last year in this Mitcham Common area, 8,579 residents and 35 businesses produced 3,597 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 Common?

Last year Mitcham Common managed to recycle or reuse 1,781 tonnes of waste (49.50%) against 1,817 (50.50%).
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How much did local councils in Mitcham Common spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Mitcham Common spent £213,468.64 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 Common?

On record for last year Mitcham Common had 8,579 residents and 35 active businesses.
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How else did Mitcham Common impact the environment last year?

Mitcham Common Mitcham Common contains 460 acres of common land, used for grazing livestock in feudal times. which is made up of 22.36 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Mitcham Common had 307 fly tip incidents accompanied by 53 fly tip penalties.
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