Hazardous waste, handled in a chain
From your property to the disposal site, asbestos waste must be handled by the right people in the right containers. The main steps are wrapping, labelling, transport and disposal.
Wrapping and labelling
- Sheets are double-wrapped in heavy-duty polythene sheeting.
- Packages are sealed and labelled as asbestos waste.
- Broken pieces and dust go in thick, labelled bags inside a second bag.
Transport
A registered waste carrier moves the load in a suitable vehicle. Sheets should not be driven loose in an open van or trailer. Ask to see the carrier registration.
Disposal
Waste goes to a landfill or other site holding a permit to accept asbestos. Not every tip does. Contractors know which local sites can take it.
Paperwork you should receive
- A waste transfer note, or consignment note for some loads
- The name and registration of the carrier
- The disposal site name
- The date and type of waste
Keep the paperwork. If waste is ever traced back to your address, it is your proof that you used a responsible route.
Rules differ slightly for businesses and for larger quantities. Ask the contractor to confirm what applies.
