Hazardous Waste in North Ockendon

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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 North Ockendon 1,139 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in North Ockendon 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 North Ockendon.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that North Ockendon produced approximately 1,139 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 1,139 tonnes in North Ockendon 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 North Ockendon?

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 North Ockendon.

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

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

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

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

North Ockendon

North Ockendon is linked to Lakeside shopping centre, Upminster and Romford.

  • Population Size 13,245
  • Active Businesses 38
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)5,554
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 2,142

How much waste do we produce in North Ockendon?

Last year in this North Ockendon area, 13,245 residents and 38 businesses produced 5,554 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 North Ockendon?

Last year North Ockendon managed to recycle or reuse 2,142 tonnes of waste (38.56%) against 3,412 (61.44%).
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How much did local councils in North Ockendon spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in North Ockendon spent £781,437.30 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 North Ockendon?

On record for last year North Ockendon had 13,245 residents and 38 active businesses.
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How else did North Ockendon impact the environment last year?

North Ockendon North Ockendon is linked to Lakeside shopping centre, Upminster and Romford. which is made up of 83.15 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically North Ockendon had 95 fly tip incidents accompanied by 11 fly tip penalties.
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