Sustainability

• What types of waste are classified as controlled waste?

  Household, commercial, or industrial waste
• What are examples of controlled waste?

  Bedding, feed waste, general refuse
• Where is controlled waste typically disposed of?

  Landfill, incineration, or recycling
• What defines hazardous waste?

  Could cause harm to the environment
• What are examples of hazardous waste?

  Chemicals, medication, contaminated materials
• How is hazardous waste typically treated before disposal?

  Incineration, chemical treatment, or stabilization
• What is included in animal waste?

  Grooming and care waste
• What are examples of animal waste?

  Hair, feathers, and fur
• How is animal waste typically disposed of?

  Composted or treated as general waste
• What characterizes clinical waste?

  Contaminated with bodily fluids
• What are examples of clinical waste?

  Sharps, swabs, and bandages
• How is clinical waste typically disposed of?

  Incineration
• What defines offensive waste?

  Non-infectious but unpleasant to handle
• What are examples of offensive waste?

  Feces, urine, blood
• How is offensive waste typically disposed of?

  Landfill, incineration, or compost
• What characterizes biohazardous waste?

  Contaminated and could cause disease
• What are examples of biohazardous waste?

  Infectious agents, blood samples, tissues
• How is biohazardous waste typically treated?

  Autoclave, incineration, or destruction methods
• What are the purposes and benefits of waste management plans?

  • Ensures legal compliance
  • Protects health and reduces disease risk
  • Minimizes environmental impact
  • Optimizes resource allocation
  • Establishes clear protocols for staff
• What are financial implications of ineffective waste management?

  Increased disposal costs
• What health-related expenses can arise from ineffective waste management?

  Health-related expenses can increase
• What are consequences of non-compliance in waste management?

  Financial penalties
• What legal consequences can arise from non-compliance?

  Legal prosecution
• How can non-compliance affect a company's reputation?

  It can lead to reputational damage
• What do the Controlled Waste Regulations 2012 define?

  Types of waste needing regulation
• What is mandated by the Controlled Waste Regulations 2012?

  Proper handling and disposal of waste
• What is required for non-hazardous waste under the Controlled Waste Regulations 2012?

  Transfer notes
• What do the Nitrate Vulnerable Zones EC Directive designate?

  Areas where nitrate pollution is a concern
• What does the Nitrate Vulnerable Zones EC Directive regulate?

  Use of nitrate fertiliser and manure
• What is required when nitrate fertiliser is used according to the Nitrate Vulnerable Zones EC Directive?

  Notes of usage
• What does the Environmental Protection Act 1990 make waste producers responsible for?

  Proper waste disposal
• What must waste management facilities hold according to the Environmental Protection Act 1990?

  A license and meet operational standards
• What powers does the Environmental Protection Act 1990 give local authorities?

  To act over noise or air pollution issues
• What do the Environment Agency Rules and Associated Derogations cover?

  Conditions for common waste activities
• What does the Environment Agency monitor?

  Compliance to environmental permits
• What does the Environment Agency allow under specific circumstances?

  Exceptions to waste disposal rules
• What are the three risk categories defined in The Animal By-Products Regulations 2013?

  Risk categories for animal by-products
• What rules are specified in The Animal By-Products Regulations 2013?

  Rules for collections and transportation
• What does The Animal By-Products Regulations 2013 specify?

  Approved treatment methods
• What does The Waste Regulations 2011 implement?

  A waste hierarchy with disposal as last resort