Hazardous Waste in Ruxley

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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 Ruxley 628 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Ruxley 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 Ruxley.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Ruxley produced approximately 628 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 628 tonnes in Ruxley 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 Ruxley?

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 Ruxley.

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

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

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

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

Ruxley

Ruxley is a small settlement with no formal boundaries, it is situated on greenbelt land and is home to gravel pits which attracts many species of birds and plants leading to it being declared a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest

  • Population Size 7,308
  • Active Businesses 31
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)3,065
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 775,109

How much waste do we produce in Ruxley?

Last year in this Ruxley area, 7,308 residents and 31 businesses produced 3,065 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of Serco who are the waste contractor deployed by Dartford Borough Council to manage the waste of the residents 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 Ruxley?

Last year Ruxley managed to recycle or reuse 775,109 tonnes of waste (41.75%) against 1,785 (58.25%).
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How much did local councils in Ruxley spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Ruxley spent £445,796.24 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 Ruxley?

On record for last year Ruxley had 7,308 residents and 31 active businesses.
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How else did Ruxley impact the environment last year?

Ruxley Ruxley is a small settlement with no formal boundaries, it is situated on greenbelt land and is home to gravel pits which attracts many species of birds and plants leading to it being declared a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest which is made up of 26.65 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Ruxley had 19 fly tip incidents accompanied by 3 fly tip penalties.
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