Environment
Getting it right can save your business time and money
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Pesticide log bookIf you use pesticides, it's good practice to keep detailed records for future reference. Use our log book to note down what's been applied, when and where.Why keep records?At present, only those applying pesticides to crops are legall... Read more
30 Sep 2014
Environment - continuous improvement planIf you're looking to implement a formal environmental management system, or simply want to make changes which reduce the impact of your business on the environment, set out your plans in our document.Way forwar... Read more
02 Jul 2013
Waste hierarchy policySince the Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2011 came into force, it's become a legal requirement to follow a waste hierarchy. To ensure that this happens in your business, you should adopt a formal policy.What's covered?The f... Read more
25 Nov 2011
Environmental management organisational structureYour environmental policy should clearly allocate responsibilities. It's best practice to summarise these in an organisational structure. Our example should help you to achieve this. Structured approach... Read more
03 May 2011
Guidance note - pollution response planAlthough you should have done your best to prevent a spill, one may still occur. However, quick and efficient action can minimise the impact and save you the cost of a clean up operation or even prosecution.Poll... Read more
01 Sep 2010
Noise monitoring and assessment policy and procedureIf you've recognised that noise may be an issue, the next step is to assess and monitor the noise levels. Having a formal policy and procedure in place will help your staff to identify if there's a pr... Read more
15 Dec 2009
Guidance note - identifying contaminated landWouldn't it be good if contaminated land had a big sign on it to identify what the contamination is and what needs to be done to remove it? However, this is never the case, often detailed sampling and testi... Read more
21 Nov 2009
Fume and odour management checklistNasty niffs, whether on a small or industrial scale, can impact on quality of life. As such, you need to ensure that your business isn't having a negative effect on your neighbours. Fume and odour management Do your ... Read more
07 Nov 2009
Guidance note - environmental impact/risk assessmentsAn environmental impact assessment is a way of considering the potential environmental effects of a proposed activity or development. It's a very complicated process and is one that's usually complete... Read more
30 Oct 2009
Guidance note - oil separatorsIn accordance with Environment Agency guidance, oil separators (or interceptors) should be installed on surface water drainage systems where the potential exists for pollution such as oil, diesel and petrol to enter your... Read more
22 Aug 2009
