As reported by The Manufacturer in the article “How manufacturers can stay compliant when handling hazardous waste,” improper handling of hazardous waste—even unintentionally—can lead to fines exceeding £1 million. Grace Wild, HazPack Chemist at Biffa Specialist Services, emphasizes that understanding and complying with waste regulations is critical for manufacturers seeking to avoid penalties and environmental harm.
Wild explains that businesses often fall out of compliance not out of malice, but from misunderstanding what qualifies as hazardous. Hazardous materials can include chemicals, pesticides, oils (except edible ones), batteries, and items containing ozone-depleting substances. These substances can be toxic, corrosive, reactive, or flammable—and thus carry legal requirements for safe handling.
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