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Hazardous Waste Disposal & Management Services

Safe disposal of hazardous waste is essential for every UK business. Incorrect handling, mixing, or storage of hazardous waste can cause serious harm to people and the environment. It can lead to hefty fines, prosecution, or even business closure.

At Business Waste, we make hazardous waste compliance simple. We provide free containers, nationwide collections, access to licensed carriers, and comprehensive legal documentation for complete accountability. Our experts help you store, classify, and dispose of hazardous waste safely, legally, and in a sustainable manner.

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How Our Hazardous Waste Collection Works

  1. Get your free quote.

    Tell us what hazardous waste you produce, your volume, and how often you need collections. You’ll receive a tailored quote within one hour.

  2. Free hazardous waste containers delivered.

    We supply the correct hazardous waste bins, drums, or specialist containers for safe storage. No rental or delivery fees, you only pay for the collection.

  3. Fill and store securely.

    Store hazardous waste separately, following the safety guidance provided. Our team can advise on compliant storage and segregation.

  4. Collection and compliant disposal.

    Licensed carriers collect your hazardous waste on the agreed schedule and take it to an authorised treatment or disposal facility.
    You receive a free Duty-of-Care certificate and Hazardous Waste Consignment Note for full traceability and legal compliance.

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Why Use Business Waste for 
Hazardous Waste Disposal?

Safe, compliant removal for every business type

We make compliance straightforward and protect businesses from risk. Whether you produce a single hazardous waste stream or multiple types across different sites, we tailor your service to keep your business safe, legal, and cost-efficient.

We stay on top of UK waste legislation so you don’t have to, from Duty of Care to consignment notes and storage rules. With proactive checks, expert guidance, and prompt support, we ensure your hazardous waste management runs smoothly.

Benefits of choosing Business Waste for Hazardous Waste Disposal:

  • Free containers supplied – you only pay for collection
  • Fully compliant hazardous waste removal using our licensed carriers
  • All waste is disposed of at authorised facilities – never sent to landfill
  • Daily, weekly, or fortnightly collections
  • Specialist support across all hazardous waste types
  • Fast customer service – one point of contact for your account

Bespoke Hazardous Waste Management 
for Your Business

Every business produces hazardous waste differently. We tailor our service to the needs of your site, volume, and risk profile.

We support businesses across all sectors, including:

Examples of how we help:

  • Safe storage solutions for multiple hazardous streams
  • Improved segregation to reduce disposal costs
  • Consolidating suppliers into one managed service
  • Advice on classification under UK hazardous waste regulations
  • Support with consignment notes and documentation audits

Our goal is to simplify your hazardous waste process, reduce risk, and enhance sustainability without increasing your team’s workload.

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Efficient communication

We have worked alongside Business Waste for quite a few months now, and their efficiency with communication and resolving queries is great. Allie especially is a pleasure to liaise with. Great company from a B2B perspective

Flo Bolton-Smith

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The real definition of service

The service received from was simply outstanding. Good advice and a demonstration of a willingness to help and get me a solution.

Jide Banwo

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Exceptional service

I’ve been using Business Waste for our weekly rubbish collection, and I can’t recommend them highly enough! They are an exceptional, well-run, and organised company that truly understands the needs of their clients.

Gregory Harrand

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Excellent service set up process

I was impressed by the the speed of setting up the service. I made a single phone call and all the necessary paperwork was done efficiently.

Yahya Saeed

Hazardous Waste 
Containers and Bins

We supply free hazardous waste containers suitable for most business needs. You only pay for the collection.

Choosing the right container ensures safe storage, prevents contamination, and keeps you compliant.

Common hazardous waste containers include:

Suitable for waste such as:
Solvents, paints, oils, chemicals, WEEE, fluorescent tubes, batteries, contaminated PPE, spill-kit waste, sharps, and more.

Your account manager will recommend the correct containers based on the type and hazard classification of your waste.

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Types of Hazardous Waste We Collect

  • Chemical Waste

    There are many types of hazardous and non-hazardous chemical waste. Dispose of chemicals confidently from your business anywhere in the UK with our professional services.

    LABORATORY

  • Solvent Recycling

    Solvent waste covers any used or contaminated solvents that no longer work as intended. Book the collection and recycling of your solvent waste securely with Business Waste today.

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Our Commitment to Hazardous Waste Compliance

We keep your business safe, legal, and fully compliant with UK hazardous waste regulations, without adding unnecessary complexity.

When you choose Business Waste, you’ll receive:

  • Free Duty of Care certificate confirming the safe and legal transfer of hazardous waste (required under the Environmental Protection Act 1990).
  • Hazardous Waste Consignment Note for every movement of waste, providing full traceability from your site to the authorised facility.
  • Correct classification and labelling, including Hazardous Property (HP) Codes, UN Numbers, and EWC (European Waste Catalogue) Codes to ensure accurate identification and compliant transportation.
  • Licensed carrier collections, in accordance with Carriage of Dangerous Goods Regulations and Hazardous Waste Regulations.

Safe disposal only at authorised facilities, following the correct treatment method for each waste type, never landfill.

We support compliance with key UK legislation, including:

Our compliance support gives you complete confidence that your business is protected both legally and environmentally.

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Hazardous Waste FAQs

  • What is hazardous waste?

    Hazardous waste is any material that poses a risk to human health or the environment. It can be toxic, flammable, corrosive, reactive, or infectious. 

    Common examples include chemicals, oils, batteries, aerosols, solvents, asbestos, contaminated packaging, WEEE, and clinical waste.

  • How do I dispose of hazardous waste?

    Hazardous waste must be stored separately, labelled correctly, collected by a licensed carrier, and disposed of at an authorised treatment facility. You must never mix hazardous and non-hazardous waste.

  • What happens to hazardous waste after collection?

    It is transported to a specialist facility for treatment. Depending on the type of waste, it may be neutralised, recycled, incinerated, or treated using chemical, thermal, physical, or biological methods.

  • What is a Hazardous Waste Consignment Note?

    It’s a legal document that tracks hazardous waste from your site to its final disposal point. You must retain a copy for three years.

  • Who is responsible for hazardous waste?

    The waste producer remains legally responsible until the waste is safely disposed of, even after it leaves your site. This is known as Duty of Care.

  • Can hazardous waste be recycled?

    Yes, some hazardous waste (such as WEEE, fluorescent tubes, metal containers, and batteries) can be recycled once hazardous components are treated and removed.

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Published 6th April 2022 by Mark Hall. Last modified 14th November 2025