Flow chart - waste contractor selection

When appointing waste contractors, you must ensure that they are competent and can meet the needs of your business. Use our flow chart to ensure that your process is compliant.

Why is this important?

As the waste producer you have responsibility to make sure that your waste is disposed of in not only a legally compliant way, but also in an ethical way which is the least damaging to the environment.

As some firms have found to their cost, appointing a rogue waste contractor can land you in trouble too. Under environmental law is the polluter pays principle, meaning that if there’s an incident that is traced back to you then not only may you be prosecuted but you will have to pay to rectify the damage and reinstate the area back to its original condition.

Choosing a contractor with the competence and correct resources is therefore vital. Our Flow Chart - Waste Contractor Selection is an easy to follow step-by-step guide to conducting your search in a professional manner.