Asbestos Waste
In England and Wales, asbestos waste is defined as Hazardous Waste, in Scotland, it is Special Waste.
Hazardous and Special Waste must be correctly packaging, transported and disposed of.
Asbestos waste includes disposable equipment and materials used when asbestos surveying, things such as: Wet-wipes, coveralls, gloves, boot covers, drop-sheets, etc. MUST be disposed of in full compliance of the countries waste regulations.
The transportation of asbestos waste requires the carrier to be registered as a waste carrier with the EA/SEPA.
More information and registration with the relevant authority can be accessed here:
Asbestos waste must also be deposited at a licensed disposal facility, not in your mates skip or general waste bins.
If you need help or assistance with registering, please let us know.
Registering to transport waste may be free.
Where you are not a licensed carrier and have a formal arrangement with a licensed waste carrier, evidence of this will be required.