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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 Orpington 1,116 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Orpington 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 Orpington.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Orpington produced approximately 1,116 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 1,116 tonnes in Orpington 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 Orpington?

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 Orpington.

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

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

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

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

Orpington

Orpington is the site for stone age tool and bronze age pottery excavations, the Orpington parish church pre-dates the Domesday Book.

  • Population Size 12,982
  • Active Businesses 31
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)5,444
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 2,727

How much waste do we produce in Orpington?

Last year in this Orpington area, 12,982 residents and 31 businesses produced 5,444 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 Orpington?

Last year Orpington managed to recycle or reuse 2,727 tonnes of waste (50.10%) against 2,717 (49.90%).
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How much did local councils in Orpington spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Orpington spent £377,196.02 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 Orpington?

On record for last year Orpington had 12,982 residents and 31 active businesses.
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How else did Orpington impact the environment last year?

Orpington Orpington is the site for stone age tool and bronze age pottery excavations, the Orpington parish church pre-dates the Domesday Book. which is made up of 142.92 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Orpington had 74 fly tip incidents accompanied by 3 fly tip penalties.
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