Hazardous Waste in South Ockendon

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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 South Ockendon 1,420 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in South Ockendon 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 South Ockendon.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that South Ockendon produced approximately 1,420 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 1,420 tonnes in South Ockendon 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 South Ockendon?

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 South Ockendon.

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

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

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

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

South Ockendon

South Ockendon is served by the Transport for London and is situated just outside of the M25 motorway.

  • Population Size 18,256
  • Active Businesses 31
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)6,923
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 2,670

How much waste do we produce in South Ockendon?

Last year in this South Ockendon area, 18,256 residents and 31 businesses produced 6,923 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of ELWA (East London Waste Authority) has been set up between Redbridge, Havering, Barking & Dagenham and Newham to deal with waste more efficiently in East London along with the waste contractor Havering Recycling Service 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 South Ockendon?

Last year South Ockendon managed to recycle or reuse 2,670 tonnes of waste (38.56%) against 4,254 (61.44%).
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How much did local councils in South Ockendon spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in South Ockendon spent £974,066.40 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 South Ockendon?

On record for last year South Ockendon had 18,256 residents and 31 active businesses.
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How else did South Ockendon impact the environment last year?

South Ockendon South Ockendon is served by the Transport for London and is situated just outside of the M25 motorway. which is made up of 23.48 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically South Ockendon had 118 fly tip incidents accompanied by 13 fly tip penalties.
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