Further Technical Information

WM2 Hazardous Waste: Interpretation of the definition and classification of Hazardous Waste

Together with the Environment Agency and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency, we have produced a more detailed technical document called 'WM2, Hazardous Waste: Interpretation of the definition and classification of hazardous waste'. This is a new document  to take account of changes in the Approved Supply List and more recently to clarify excotoxicity assessment.

The document has been split into 6 different sections and can be viewed through the links below:

• Introduction 2008 (.PDF 544Kb)
• Appendix A 2008 (.PDF 179Kb)
• Appendix B 2008 (.PDF 912Kb)
• Appendix C (.PDF 960Kb)
• Appendix D (.PDF 956Kb)
• Glossary (.PDF 124Kb)

Waste streams

Waste streams include:

• asbestos waste
• fluorescent tubes
• clinical
• chemicals
• fridges containing cfcs
• used engine oil
• used oil filters
• brake fluid
• batteries (lead acid, Ni-Cd and mercury)
• some printer toner cartridges
• waste paint and thinners

Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)

PCBs are recognised as a threat to the environment due to their toxicity, persistence and tendency to build up in the bodies of animals. See our section on Registration and Disposal of PCBs.

Consignment Note System

We administer and control a consignment note system. A standard coding system has been introduced whereby a consignment note must have a unique code for that particular movement of hazardous waste. This must be bought from us.

Fees

Fees allow us to meet the cost of supervising hazardous waste movements. The fees vary depending on the type of movement involved, either £24, £10, or in certain cases, the codes will be given out free of charge.

One of the new features of the consignment note is the need in Part B to enter the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC 2007) code for the process giving rise to the waste.

You can have a look at SIC Codes 2007 (.PDF 945Kb) and you will find more information on UK SIC (2007) here.

Other regulation requirements

The regulations include restrictions on the mixing of wastes, revised requirements for record keeping, periodic inspections of waste producers' facilities by our staff and fixed penalty notices for certain offences.

Hazardous Waste Publications & Guidance

• Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005 and how they affect you (.PDF 380Kb)
• Guide to Consigning Hazardous Waste (.PDF 298Kb)
• Guidance on Hazardous Waste Electricial and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) - HAZGUIDE NI 01 (.PDF 83Kb)
• Guidance on Waste Asbestos - HAZGUIDE NI 02 (.PDF 92Kb)
• Guidance on Small Quantities - HAZGUIDE NI 01 (.PDF 138Kb)
• Waste oil leaflet (.PDF 101Kb)

Don't forget that you can call us on 028 9056 9710 or send us a fax on 028 9056 9310.