Hazardous Waste

Hazardous wastes are those which are dangerous and difficult to handle. If your business produces hazardous waste you have a duty of care to make sure it is disposed of properly.

The purpose of the Hazardous Waste Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2005 is to provide an effective system of control for these wastes and to make sure that they are soundly managed from their point of production to their final destination for disposal or recovery.

Who do the regulations apply to?

The regulations apply to those who produce, carry and receive hazardous waste to keep, treat or dispose of.
The guidance leaflet Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005 and how they effect you (.PDF 380Kb)

How do I know if my waste is hazardous?

We have produced a simple non-technical guide (.PDF 91Kb) to help you work out if your waste is hazardous or not. You can also have a look at further information on the Northern Ireland Hazardous Waste Forum and Hazardous Waste, Frequently Asked Questions (.PDF 76Kb)

You can contact us on 028 9056 9710 or you can send us a fax on 028 9056 9310. Further technical information on Hazardous Waste can be found here.