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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 Potters Bar 362 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Potters Bar 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 Potters Bar.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Potters Bar produced approximately 362 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 362 tonnes in Potters Bar 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 Potters Bar?

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 Potters Bar.

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

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

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

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

Potters Bar

Potters Bar has Oakmere Park to the east and Morven Park to the north

  • Population Size 7,012
  • Active Businesses 28
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)1,764
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 703

How much waste do we produce in Potters Bar?

Last year in this Potters Bar area, 7,012 residents and 28 businesses produced 1,764 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of DSO who have been hired to deal with waste more efficiently on behalf of the council 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 Potters Bar?

Last year Potters Bar managed to recycle or reuse 703 tonnes of waste (0.3987) against 1,061 (0.6013).
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How much did local councils in Potters Bar spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Potters Bar spent £71,052.29 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 Potters Bar?

On record for last year Potters Bar had 7,012 residents and 28 active businesses.
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How else did Potters Bar impact the environment last year?

Potters Bar Potters Bar has Oakmere Park to the east and Morven Park to the north which is made up of 60.66 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Potters Bar had 40 fly tip incidents accompanied by 8 fly tip penalties.
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