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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 Orsett 562 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Orsett 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 Orsett.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Orsett produced approximately 562 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 562 tonnes in Orsett 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 Orsett?

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 Orsett.

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

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

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

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

Orsett

Orsett is home to HSSC Orsett and Orsett Green FC, it has many sporting facilities including bowling greens and tennis courts.

  • Population Size 6,541
  • Active Businesses 8
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)2,743
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 1,058

How much waste do we produce in Orsett?

Last year in this Orsett area, 6,541 residents and 8 businesses produced 2,743 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 Orsett?

Last year Orsett managed to recycle or reuse 1,058 tonnes of waste (38.56%) against 1,685 (61.44%).
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How much did local councils in Orsett spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Orsett spent £385,896.82 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 Orsett?

On record for last year Orsett had 6,541 residents and 8 active businesses.
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How else did Orsett impact the environment last year?

Orsett Orsett is home to HSSC Orsett and Orsett Green FC, it has many sporting facilities including bowling greens and tennis courts. which is made up of 18.94 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Orsett had 47 fly tip incidents accompanied by 5 fly tip penalties.
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