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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 Hillingdon 2,243 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Hillingdon 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 Hillingdon.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Hillingdon produced approximately 2,243 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 2,243 tonnes in Hillingdon 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 Hillingdon?

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 Hillingdon.

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

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

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

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

Hillingdon

Hillingdon was once a market town, it is on the outskirts of London and is home to the beautiful Hillingdon Court Park

  • Population Size 26,091
  • Active Businesses 49
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)10,941
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 4,657

How much waste do we produce in Hillingdon?

Last year in this Hillingdon area, 26,091 residents and 49 businesses produced 10,941 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of a mix between DSO & Amey, to deal with waste more efficiently on behalf of the council 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 Hillingdon?

Last year Hillingdon managed to recycle or reuse 4,657 tonnes of waste (42.56%) against 6,285 (57.44%).
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How much did local councils in Hillingdon spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Hillingdon spent £417,697.16 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 Hillingdon?

On record for last year Hillingdon had 26,091 residents and 49 active businesses.
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How else did Hillingdon impact the environment last year?

Hillingdon Hillingdon was once a market town, it is on the outskirts of London and is home to the beautiful Hillingdon Court Park which is made up of 50.44 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Hillingdon had 1,211 fly tip incidents accompanied by 135 fly tip penalties.
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