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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 Queensbury 300 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Queensbury 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 Queensbury.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Queensbury produced approximately 300 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 300 tonnes in Queensbury 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 Queensbury?

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 Queensbury.

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

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

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

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

Queensbury

Queensbury is an area in North West London, within the London Borough of Harrow. The average price for a property is £47,1390

  • Population Size 3,490
  • Active Businesses 36
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)1,463
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 623

How much waste do we produce in Queensbury?

Last year in this Queensbury area, 3,490 residents and 36 businesses produced 1,463 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of a mix between DSO & Amey, 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 Queensbury?

Last year Queensbury managed to recycle or reuse 623 tonnes of waste (42.56%) against 841 (57.44%).
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How much did local councils in Queensbury spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Queensbury spent £55,865.87 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 Queensbury?

On record for last year Queensbury had 3,490 residents and 36 active businesses.
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How else did Queensbury impact the environment last year?

Queensbury Queensbury is an area in North West London, within the London Borough of Harrow. The average price for a property is £47,1390 which is made up of 4.29 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Queensbury had 162 fly tip incidents accompanied by 18 fly tip penalties.
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