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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 Longfield 149 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Longfield 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 Longfield.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Longfield produced approximately 149 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 149 tonnes in Longfield 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 Longfield?

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 Longfield.

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

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

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

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

Longfield

Longfield is a small village with a Grade 2 listed St Mary Magdalene church which was built in 1343.

  • Population Size 988
  • Active Businesses 14
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)727
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 303

How much waste do we produce in Longfield?

Last year in this Longfield area, 988 residents and 14 businesses produced 727 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 Longfield?

Last year Longfield managed to recycle or reuse 303 tonnes of waste (41.75%) against 423 (58.25%).
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How much did local councils in Longfield spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Longfield spent £105,741.88 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 Longfield?

On record for last year Longfield had 988 residents and 14 active businesses.
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How else did Longfield impact the environment last year?

Longfield Longfield is a small village with a Grade 2 listed St Mary Magdalene church which was built in 1343. which is made up of 9.67 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Longfield had 5 fly tip incidents accompanied by 1 fly tip penalties.
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