SHE Code 31: Controlled and Hazardous Waste Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Group 1

Who should use this presentation & read the code Managers of staff, STFC site tenants, and those responsible for contractors on STFC sites who: generate waste of any kind; or dispose of waste. Note: see separate codes for asbestos or radioactive wastes

STFC Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Group SHE Code 31 “Controlled and Hazardous Waste” 3

Why a Waste code? Most if not all of the waste STFC generates is ‘Controlled’, examples include: Waste paper; empty printer cartridges, fluorescent tubes, oils Scrap metal; batteries; electronic equipment - PCs Waste from building sites, waste food, plastic cups, cardboard Scrap scientific equipment, cabling, monitors STFC has a ‘Duty of Care’ to ensure that the waste we generate and dispose of is: stored and transported appropriately, safely and securely; Transported, handled and disposed of by businesses that are authorised or licensed to do so; and recorded and documented using Controlled Waste Transfer Notes (CWTNs) - retained for at least 3 years.

Why a Waste code? Some ‘Controlled’ wastes are also Hazardous to transport, due to their flammability, toxicity or because they are carcinogens, for example: oils or chemicals STFC’s ‘Duty of Care’ is the same except disposal is recorded using Hazardous Waste Consignment Notes (HWCNs) and retained for at least 3 years.

Key points Waste, other than non-recyclable office wastes, should be disposed of via routes detailed on SHE website.

Key points Any waste stored on sites must be secure – and MUST BE LABELLED. Establishes Waste Disposal Officers (WDOs) to manage and advise on waste disposal: All waste must only be given to authorised carriers for disposal at authorised sites; and All waste disposal must be documented - generally either a Hazardous Waste Consignment Note (HWCN) or Controlled Waste Transfer Note (CMTN)

SHE Training The training detailed in the code for Waste Disposal Officers: Waste Management Awareness Course Can be booked by calling your local SHE training contacts: DL/RAL 8288; SO 2061; UKATC 8325. For help or advice with this code contact your local Waste Disposal Officer, STFC Environment Officer or SHE Group – see SHE Directory