Hazardous Waste in Oxhey

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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 Oxhey 64 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Oxhey 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 Oxhey.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Oxhey produced approximately 64 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 64 tonnes in Oxhey 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 Oxhey?

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 Oxhey.

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

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

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

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

Oxhey

Oxhey is home to Oxhey Park golf club as well as the Oxhey Jets F.C who play at the Boundary Stadium

  • Population Size 1,640
  • Active Businesses 11
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)311
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 152

How much waste do we produce in Oxhey?

Last year in this Oxhey area, 1,640 residents and 11 businesses produced 311 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of Veolia ES UK 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 Oxhey?

Last year Oxhey managed to recycle or reuse 152 tonnes of waste (48.96%) against 159 (51.04%).
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How much did local councils in Oxhey spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Oxhey spent £46,785.82 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 Oxhey?

On record for last year Oxhey had 1,640 residents and 11 active businesses.
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How else did Oxhey impact the environment last year?

Oxhey Oxhey is home to Oxhey Park golf club as well as the Oxhey Jets F.C who play at the Boundary Stadium which is made up of 6.09 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Oxhey had 68 fly tip incidents accompanied by 8 fly tip penalties.
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