Cleaner Greener Hounslow

Is your business disposing of its waste correctly?

Every business that produces waste in the UK has a legal ‘duty of care’ to:

• manage it properly until it's recycled or disposed of
• always use a registered waste carrier or register to carry your own waste
• keep the correct paperwork for at least two years.

Everyone has a legal 'duty of care' to ensure your household or business waste is disposed of correctly.  If it's your waste, it's YOUR responsibility...

• Suspect all waste carriers. Don't let them take your rubbish until they provide proof of registration. Note their vehicle's registration plate.
• Check that a waste carrier is registered on the Environment Agency's website.
• Refuse any unexpected offers to have your rubbish taken away.
• Ask how your rubbish will be disposed of - seek evidence of this.
• Paperwork must be obtained: a proper invoice, waste transfer note or receipt, including a description of the waste being removed and the waste carrier’s contact details.

A lack of understanding will not protect you in court.