Understanding Waste Management Legislation.

The understanding waste management legislation course is suitable for newcomers to the waste industry, individuals required to update themselves on current waste legislation and learners undergoing assessment for the Level 4 Diploma in waste management operations (CoTC) or WAMITAB Operator competence certificate.

The course can be delivered on or off site depending on your requirements and tailored to your requirements over either one or two days.

Understanding Waste Management Legislation – 1 Day course

Objectives of this course are to provide an

  • Overview of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (as amended)

Overview of ;

  • Environmental Permitting Regulations 2007 (As amended 2010)
  • The definition of waste
  • The Duty of care
  •  Registration of carriers
  • Hazardous waste regulations
  • Transport of Wastes (Including Dangerous Goods)
  • Provide a basic understanding of the relevant parts of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974

Course Content – 1 day course

  • The Environmental Permitting Regulations
  • The Definition of Waste
  • Registration of Carriers
  • Duty of Care
  • EWC Code
  • Hazardous Waste Regulations & Consigning Hazardous Waste
  • Carriage of Dangerous Goods (By Road)
  • Storage of Hazardous Wastes
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Health and Safety Management

Training Methods

  • Powerpoint presentation and Lecture.

Introduction to Waste Management Legislation – 2 Day Course

Objectives of this course are to provide an

  • Understanding of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 as amended

Understanding of ;

  • The Environmental Permitting Regulations 2007 (As amended 2010)
  •  The definition of waste
  • The Duty of care
  • Registration of carriers
  • Hazardous waste regulations
  • Transport of Wastes (Including Dangerous Goods)

Provide a basic understanding of the relevant parts of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974

Course Content – 2 day course

  • The Environmental Permitting Regulations
  • The Definition of Waste
  • Registration of Carriers
  • Duty of Care
  • EWC Code
  • Hazardous Waste Regulations & Consigning Hazardous Waste (Special Wastes in Scotland)
  • Carriage of Dangerous Goods (By Road)

Training Methods

  • Participative sessions with a mix of Powerpoint, Lecturing, Discussion, Case Studies and Exercises.