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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 Shorne 917 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Shorne 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 Shorne.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Shorne produced approximately 917 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 917 tonnes in Shorne 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 Shorne?

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 Shorne.

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

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

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

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

Shorne

Shorne is built on marshland of the Thames Estuary, it is home to Shorne Wood Country Park and its 14th century manor

  • Population Size 10,663
  • Active Businesses 19
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)4,472
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 1,867

How much waste do we produce in Shorne?

Last year in this Shorne area, 10,663 residents and 19 businesses produced 4,472 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 Shorne?

Last year Shorne managed to recycle or reuse 1,867 tonnes of waste (41.75%) against 2,605 (58.25%).
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How much did local councils in Shorne spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Shorne spent £650,455.20 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 Shorne?

On record for last year Shorne had 10,663 residents and 19 active businesses.
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How else did Shorne impact the environment last year?

Shorne Shorne is built on marshland of the Thames Estuary, it is home to Shorne Wood Country Park and its 14th century manor which is made up of 4.54 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Shorne had 28 fly tip incidents accompanied by 5 fly tip penalties.
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