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Changes to the 'Duty of Care' acceptance criteria for non-hazardous waste at landfill sites

16th July 2007

As of 20 October 2007, changes will be made to the 'Duty of Care' acceptance criteria for non-hazardous waste at landfill sites, under the EU Landfill Directive.

Under the revised plans a Waste Transfer Note will now need to show that all non-hazardous materials have been treated before they can be accepted for disposal at a landfill site. Furthermore, no liquid wastes will be accepted for disposal at these sites. Segregation of building materials will count as treatment for this purpose, but the position regarding liquids,for example paints or solvents, will be more complex, probably requiring conversion to a solid or sludge state. The Environment Agency have said they will not be over zealous in implementing the new requirements, however, there could be issues if landfill operators refuse to take building waste because it has not been pre-treated.

For the Environment Agency's leaflet & guidance notes click here