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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 Box Hill 276 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Box Hill 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 Box Hill.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Box Hill produced approximately 276 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 276 tonnes in Box Hill 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 Box Hill?

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 Box Hill.

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

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

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

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

Box Hill

Box Hill is partly owned by the National Trust and Surrey Wildlife Trust, it lies within the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

  • Population Size 3,207
  • Active Businesses 22
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)1,345
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 699

How much waste do we produce in Box Hill?

Last year in this Box Hill area, 3,207 residents and 22 businesses produced 1,345 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of SLWP (South London Waste Partnership), which has been set up between Merton, Kingston upon Thames, Croydon and Sutton to deal with waste more efficiently in south London along with the waste contractor Veolia ES UK 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 Box Hill?

Last year Box Hill managed to recycle or reuse 699 tonnes of waste (0.52) against 646 (48.04%).
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How much did local councils in Box Hill spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Box Hill spent £25,044.79 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 Box Hill?

On record for last year Box Hill had 3,207 residents and 22 active businesses.
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How else did Box Hill impact the environment last year?

Box Hill Box Hill is partly owned by the National Trust and Surrey Wildlife Trust, it lies within the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. which is made up of 4.71 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Box Hill had 5 fly tip incidents accompanied by 1 fly tip penalties.
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