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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 Welling 762 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Welling 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 Welling.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Welling produced approximately 762 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 762 tonnes in Welling 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 Welling?

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 Welling.

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

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

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

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

Welling

Welling was a popular place for outlaws and robbers up until the 1800s as Shooters Hill, part of Welling, was very steep and horse-drawn vehicles had to travel slowly through the area.

  • Population Size 9,562
  • Active Businesses 133
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)3,716
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 1,551

How much waste do we produce in Welling?

Last year in this Welling area, 9,562 residents and 133 businesses produced 3,716 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 Welling?

Last year Welling managed to recycle or reuse 1,551 tonnes of waste (41.75%) against 2,165 (58.25%).
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How much did local councils in Welling spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Welling spent £540,545.40 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 Welling?

On record for last year Welling had 9,562 residents and 133 active businesses.
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How else did Welling impact the environment last year?

Welling Welling was a popular place for outlaws and robbers up until the 1800s as Shooters Hill, part of Welling, was very steep and horse-drawn vehicles had to travel slowly through the area. which is made up of 20.66 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Welling had 23 fly tip incidents accompanied by 1 fly tip penalties.
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