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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 Shirley 942 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Shirley 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 Shirley.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Shirley produced approximately 942 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 942 tonnes in Shirley 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 Shirley?

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 Shirley.

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

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

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

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

Shirley

Shirley is home to many sports and recreation grounds, it also contains Millers Pond and Shirley windmill. The average property price is £444,569

  • Population Size 10,951
  • Active Businesses 54
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)4,592
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 2,273

How much waste do we produce in Shirley?

Last year in this Shirley area, 10,951 residents and 54 businesses produced 4,592 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 Shirley?

Last year Shirley managed to recycle or reuse 2,273 tonnes of waste (49.50%) against 2,319 (50.50%).
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How much did local councils in Shirley spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Shirley spent £272,489.85 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 Shirley?

On record for last year Shirley had 10,951 residents and 54 active businesses.
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How else did Shirley impact the environment last year?

Shirley Shirley is home to many sports and recreation grounds, it also contains Millers Pond and Shirley windmill. The average property price is £444,569 which is made up of 17.38 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Shirley had 392 fly tip incidents accompanied by 67 fly tip penalties.
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