Asbestos Waste Disposal

• Author:
• John Richards

Any waste containing asbestos is classed as a controlled waste under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. Asbestos waste is also classified as special waste, under the Special Waste Regulations 1996. These regulations provide more stringent controls over the handling and disposal of the most harmful and dangerous wastes. Under these regulations, all movements of asbestos waste have to be tracked, by means of a consignment note system, until they reach a suitable waste management facility. F... (551 more words)

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