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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 Chafford Hundred 2,121 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Chafford Hundred 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 Chafford Hundred.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Chafford Hundred produced approximately 2,121 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 2,121 tonnes in Chafford Hundred 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 Chafford Hundred?

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 Chafford Hundred.

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

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

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

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

Chafford Hundred

Chafford Hundred is surrounded by many park and recreational areas – with the largest being Chafford Gorges Nature Park which is owned by Essex Wildlife Trust.

  • Population Size 26,548
  • Active Businesses 66
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)10,343
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 3,988

How much waste do we produce in Chafford Hundred?

Last year in this Chafford Hundred area, 26,548 residents and 66 businesses produced 10,343 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 Chafford Hundred?

Last year Chafford Hundred managed to recycle or reuse 3,988 tonnes of waste (38.56%) against 6,355 (61.44%).
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How much did local councils in Chafford Hundred spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Chafford Hundred spent £1,455,205.50 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 Chafford Hundred?

On record for last year Chafford Hundred had 26,548 residents and 66 active businesses.
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How else did Chafford Hundred impact the environment last year?

Chafford Hundred Chafford Hundred is surrounded by many park and recreational areas – with the largest being Chafford Gorges Nature Park which is owned by Essex Wildlife Trust. which is made up of 19.43 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Chafford Hundred had 176 fly tip incidents accompanied by 20 fly tip penalties.
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