ENVIRONMENTAL CODE OF PRACTICE
Waste Management
The management and disposal of waste products is perhaps one of
the most significant environmental concerns for industrial
enterprises. All marine companies produce some form of waste, for
example; waste paper from offices, waste gases, solvents and
residues from the use of chemicals, or trade effluent from the
manufacturing process. Directives from Europe such as the Landfill
Directive are seeking to reduce the amount of waste disposed of to
landfill and encourage waste producers to reduce their waste, reuse
or recover so waste is moved up the hierarchy.
The quantities and types of waste produced will be dependent on
the activity and operations of a particular company. Remember that
good waste management practices are a key part of overall good
management within your company and can often save you money. This
section reviews government policy and your obligations with regard
to waste, and looks at general good practice when dealing with
discarded materials. It examines the disposal of specific waste
streams which are commonly produced by the marine industry, for
example, oils and solvents.
An easy to use Waste
Directory showing small businesses in England and Wales where
to find licensed sites for recycling or disposing of their waste
has been produced by NetRegs, the government website that
provides clear guidance on environmental regulations. Sites for
Scotland and Northern Ireland are also included.
This section looks into the following topics