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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 Upton 232 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Upton 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 Upton.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Upton produced approximately 232 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 232 tonnes in Upton 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 Upton?

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 Upton.

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

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

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

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

Upton

Upton is serviced by seven railway stations and is home to West Ham Park and borders Wanstead Flats. The average property price is £415,989

  • Population Size 1,587
  • Active Businesses 17
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)1,134
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 473

How much waste do we produce in Upton?

Last year in this Upton area, 1,587 residents and 17 businesses produced 1,134 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 Upton?

Last year Upton managed to recycle or reuse 473 tonnes of waste (41.75%) against 660 (58.25%).
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How much did local councils in Upton spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Upton spent £164,885.65 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 Upton?

On record for last year Upton had 1,587 residents and 17 active businesses.
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How else did Upton impact the environment last year?

Upton Upton is serviced by seven railway stations and is home to West Ham Park and borders Wanstead Flats. The average property price is £415,989 which is made up of 11.96 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Upton had 7 fly tip incidents accompanied by 3 fly tip penalties.
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