Guidance & Forms

   Information Leaflets

Used Tyres - What's all the fuss about?(.PDF 272Kb)Opens in new window.

Do you transport waste in Northern Ireland? (information sheet)(.PDF 39Kb)Opens in new window.

Registration of Carriers

Application for Registration as a Carrier of Controlled Waste (& Guidance Notes)(.PDF 148Kb)Opens in new window.

Application for Renewal/Cancellation of Registration as a Carrier of Controlled Waste (& Guidance Notes)(.PDF 93Kb)Opens in new window.

Hazardous Waste

Hazardous Waste Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2005 - 'How they affect you?'(.PDF 384Kb)Opens in new window.

PCBs

Annual registration of PCB holders (.PDF 123Kb)Opens in new window.

Annual registration of PCB holders guidance notes (.PDF 132Kb)Opens in new window.

Making application charging scheme explanatory notes (.PDF 147Kb)Opens in new window.

Packaging Waste

Click here to view the National Packaging Waste Database (NPWD)Opens in new window. on the Environment Agency website.

Producers/Compliance Schemes

To apply for a producer log-in for NPWD please contact the Producer Responsibility Unit on 028 9056 9338 or by email at packaging@doeni.gov.ukOpens in new window.

How to register as a producer of packaging using the National Packaging Waste Database: Guidance Note(.PDF 67Kb)Opens in new window.

How to register as a producer of packaging: guidance notes(.PDF 136Kb)Opens in new window.

How compliance schemes should submit data templates to the National Packaging Waste Database: Guidance Note(.PDF 68Kb)Opens in new window.

How to submit certificates of compliance, statements of compliance, and operational plans using the National Packaging Waste Database (NPWD)(.PDF 24Kb)Opens in new window.

Guidance on Operational Plans(.PDF 117.85Kb)Opens in new window.

Reprocessors/Exporters

To apply for accreditation as a reprocessor or exporter please contact the Producer Responsibility Unit on 028 9056 9338 or by email at packaging@doeni.gov.ukOpens in new window.

How to apply for accreditation as a reprocessor or exporter of packaging waste using the National Packaging Waste Database (NPWD): Guidance Note(.PDF 104Kb)Opens in new window.

Applying for an accreditation to reprocess or export uk waste packaging - 2008(.PDF 252.06Kb)Opens in new window.

Waste recording and the National Packaging Waste Database: Guidance Notes(.PDF 48Kb)Opens in new window.

Electronic PRNs and PERNs and the National Packaging Waste Database: Guidance Note(.PDF 64Kb)Opens in new window.

New arrangements for accredited exporters of UK packaging waste to demonstrate ‘broadly equivalent’ standards overseas(.PDF 89.32Kb)Opens in new window.

The Landfill Allowance Scheme (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2004

Guidance for Landfill Operators(.PDF 236Kb)Opens in new window.

Landfill Operator - Municipal Waste Data Return Form (NILAS 001)(.xls 621Kb)Opens in new window.

Muncipal EWC Codes(.PDF 7Kb)Opens in new window.

Landfill Allowances Borrowing Request Form (NILAS 002)(.PDF 25Kb)Opens in new window.

Landfill Allowances Transfer Request Form (NILAS 003)(.PDF 25Kb)Opens in new window.

Monitoring Guidance for District Councils(.PDF 228Kb)Opens in new window.

Guide to the Regulation of Outputs from the Composting and Mechanical Biological Treatment of Waste(.PDF 317Kb)Opens in new window.

Waste Management Licensing:

Application for a Waste Management Licence(.PDF 154Kb)Opens in new window.

Application to modify a Waste Management Licence(.PDF 118Kb)Opens in new window.

Application to transfer a Waste Management Licence(.PDF 143Kb)Opens in new window.

Application to surrender a Waste Management Licence(.PDF 128Kb)Opens in new window.

Application for a mobile plant Licence(.PDF 144Kb)Opens in new window.

Fees and Charges for Waste Management Licensing(.PDF 172Kb)Opens in new window.

Guidance on technical competence(.PDF 108Kb)Opens in new window.

Quarterly Controlled Waste Returns Sheet(.xls 2Mb)Opens in new window.

Policy on Relevant Convictions(.PDF 476Kb)Opens in new window.

Guidance on the assessment of Relevant Convictions(.PDF 520Kb)Opens in new window.

Application for Exemption from Waste Management Licensing(.PDF 119Kb)Opens in new window.

Schedule 2 Guidance(.PDF 160Kb)Opens in new window.

The Waste Management Licensing Regulations(Northern Ireland)2003(.PDF 662Kb)Opens in new window.

Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Treatment Facilities

Application forms and associated guidance notes to be an Approved ATF or an Approved Exporter of WEEE are available below.

View Approved ATF application form (WMP5)(.PDF 271Kb)Opens in new window.

View Approved Exporter application form (WMP6)(.PDF 253Kb)Opens in new window.

View Guidance Notes (WMP7)(.PDF 241Kb)Opens in new window.

Please use the templates below to submit your quarterly reports to us.

View AATF Quarterly returns template(.xls 451Kb)Opens in new window.

View Approved Exporter Quarterly returns template(.xls 254Kb)Opens in new window.

Guidance is also available below to assist you in completing the quarterly reports.

View AATF Quarterly returns guidance(.PDF 129Kb)Opens in new window.

View Approved exporter Quarterly returns guidance(.PDF 113Kb)Opens in new window.