An Introduction to the Management of Wastes Course
- Duration:3 Days Residential
- Cost:£1,275 + VAT
- Ref:Quote REED10 for a 10% discount
Sustainable waste management within the UK
Who is it for
This course is ideal for those new to the wastes management industry or those seeking to understand the wider remit of the sector.
A more practitioner-based course aimed at waste management industry personnel is ‘Practical Waste Management’.
What is it about
Are you required to deal with your company's waste?
Are you new to the waste industry or need to understand the waste industry in order to change career paths?
This course will provide those new to the management of wastes with an introduction to sustainable waste management within the UK and an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of those involved from waste production to ultimate disposal.
CIWM course dates and prices: Please note, prices displayed are dependent on membership of CIWM/ESA. Please enquire for exact prices and dates for your organisation.
Course Overview
Day 1
10.00 Delegate Arrival, Registration
10.30 Session 1 Introductions, Aims and Objectives
13.00 Lunch
14.00 Session 2
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2. National Waste Strategies
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3. An Introduction to EPA 1990 & other Wastes Legislation
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4. Hazardous Waste Regulations
19.30 Dinner
21.00 Informal Group Discussion
Day 2
09.00 Session 3
13.00 Lunch
14.00 Session 4
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8. Contract Management
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Contracts
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Tendering Process
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Monitoring
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9. Healthcare/Clinical Wastes
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Sources
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Hazards
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Collection Criteria
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10. Transfer Stations & Bulk Transport of Wastes
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11. Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs)
19.30 Dinner
21.00 Informal Group Discussion
Day 3
09.00 Session 5
13.00 Lunch
14.00 Session 6
16.30 Course ends
NB: This programme may be subject to change, and refreshment breaks will be taken at appropriate times during the day.
What will I get out of it?
By the end of the course you will:
- Understand the importance of the management of wastes and the relationship to sustainable development
- Appreciate the principles of best practice with respect to wastes management, the relationship to the conservation of resources and the risk of pollution
- Have an understanding of the national waste strategy and the principal legislative and fiscal controls related to wastes management
- Appreciate the nature and scope of the wastes management industry and understand the duties, responsibilities and powers of those involved in the management of wastes
- Understand the sources of wastes, their nature and classification in the UK and Europe
- Understand the options available for the minimisation, recovery, re-uses, treatment and disposal of wastes
- Appreciate the systems of collection, transport and transfer of wastes
- Understand the hazards posed by wastes during their collection, storage, transport, treatment and disposal, and how these risks can be minimised
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