There are many items and materials that we use in our everyday lives and in the construction of our homes and commercial buildings, which once no longer needed, become hazardous materials.
If these items are not handled and dealt with in the correct way, there could be health implications for those handling them and legal implications for companies not following the correct route to dispose of these materials.
TJ are experts in dealing with the disposal of hazardous waste; they can provide the avenues for these materials to travel to a safe and appropriate place to be dismantled, reused and disposed of.
Approximately 270 million m2 of plasterboard is produced, distributed and used in the UK each year. Although the construction industry actively encourages the reuse and recycling of materials, when renovation work takes place, walls are often ripped down and the remnants need to be disposed of.
Plasterboard must be disposed of correctly to ensure there are no ill effects. Plasterboard contains gypsum, a soft sulfate mineral composed of calcium sulfate dihydrate, so if plasterboard is disposed alongside biodegradable wastes, it can lead to the production of odorous and toxic hydrogen sulphide gas. The current plasterboard waste management regulations state that plasterboard has to be disposed of separately to prevent this.
Plasterboard should be recycled wherever possible. The gypsum can be removed to enable the remaining parts to be separated and recycled back into raw materials for reuse. Recycling is important and advantageous because it reduces the amount of waste going to landfill and produces a useful resalable product.
Usually, as an individual or small business, you can dispose of plasterboard at your local Household Waste Recycling Centre, but during the coronavirus pandemic, some facilities have not been offering this service. You could try to find a local plasterboard recycling centre or opt for specialist plasterboard-only skip hire.
Recycling plasterboard is a practical alternative to the waste going to landfill and is a good way for businesses to boost their green credentials. Diverting your waste from landfill can also offer financial benefits as it may reduce your landfill tax liabilities and enable you to get tax credits if your waste is recycled, incinerated or reused.
Larger construction projects must adhere to stricter regulations on their construction and demolition waste. If your project requires a Site Waste Management Plan, how to dispose of your plasterboard will form an important part of it.
It is your responsibility to only pass your waste on to someone who is an authorised carrier. This is where TJ comes in. We specialise in commercial waste management, including assisting with Site Waste Management Plans and we can tailor a service to suit your business’ exact needs to ensure everything is taken care of.
If you’re doing a small or medium-sized project involving the removal of plasterboard, TJ can supply you with a plasterboard-only skip. This will allow you to dispose of your plasterboard safely as it will not be mixed with any other waste. When you’ve finished, TJ will remove the skip and take the contents to be recycled.
We have a range of skip sizes from 2 to 35 yard, so there’s one to suit every project. The individual skip pages contain information on the dimensions and capacity volumes of each skip to give you all the information you need. You can get an accurate online quote in just a few minutes and then book your chosen skip to arrive as early as the next working day!
Asbestos is a group of six naturally occurring fibrous minerals composed of thin, needle-like fibers. They can be pulled into a fluffy consistency and are soft and flexible yet resistant to heat, electricity and corrosion. These qualities make the mineral useful, but asbestos exposure is highly toxic.
Inhaling or ingesting asbestos dust can lead to the mineral fibers becoming trapped in your body. Over decades, trapped asbestos fibers can cause inflammation, scarring and eventually genetic damage to the body’s cells. A rare and aggressive cancer called mesothelioma is almost exclusively caused by asbestos exposure.
Although asbestos is now banned in more than 55 countries around the world including Japan, Australia and all the countries in the European Union, it was used in all types of construction extensively from the 1950s through to the mid-1980s and can also be found in buildings built before the year 2000.
Before commencing any structural or building projects, be sure to check whether any risk or asbestos registers exist for the building you are working on. This will help you to prepare safely for your work activity and plan in advance how you can manage any asbestos. The only safe way to detect asbestos is for a sample of questionable material to be sent to a lab for testing.
As a commercial construction business you should have licenced asbestos removalists in your team who will know how to safely remove the materials containing asbestos and how to treat it to avoid contamination. When taking on construction refurbishment or demolition of premises built between 1950 and 1999, always remember to check for asbestos before commencing any work. If it is present, you’ll have to ensure that its removal is done in the correct way to preserve your health and that of those in the vicinity.
If you’re working on a project where asbestos is present, think ahead to how you’ll dispose of it. TJ are licenced to carry hazardous materials such as asbestos and can provide you with the complete service. We can provide secure skips and eurobins to your site for you to deposit asbestos into (we cannot directly remove or handle asbestos). We will then arrange to collect the full skip or bin from your site and transport it to a third party’s premises, where it will be safely disposed of and any parts that can be recycled will be.
Please give us a call to obtain a quote or to book an asbestos-only skip or bin as the process differs slightly from standard skip hire.
WEEE – waste electrical and electronic equipment – should be disposed of correctly to ensure treatment, recycling and recovery of the elements that make up the equipment. TJ offers a collection service that will ensure that your WEEE goes to the right place.
All electrical waste contains chemicals that are harmful to the environment. When WEEE is dumped in landfills, it decays over time and leaks toxins into the earth and our waste systems. Also, with TV screens and computer screens, there are metal parts inside that if not handled properly, can be dangerous.
Fridges require separate disposal from other items as they need to be degassed to ensure the cfc gases are dealt with safely and that the fluorescent strips are carefully handled.
Liquids such as paint and chemicals must be disposed of correctly; they cannot go in your household bin or into a skip as they have to go through special processes for safety reasons. TJ can manage the collection of your liquid waste; we work with a partner organisation to dispose of these responsibly.
Discover how your business could make use of our waste management or skip hire services for the safe disposal of your hazardous materials. Give us a call on 08000 463 964 if you wish to discuss your requirements with one of our friendly team members.
Asbestos is a highly toxic and hazardous waste material that must be removed and disposed of properly by professionally licensed companies. We’re licensed to carry hazardous materials such as asbestos and can provide you with the complete service…
The days are getting longer and the evenings lighter – yes, spring is here! But is your garden ready for all the extra use it will get during the warmer months? Now’s the time to get your garden ready for summer!
Although skip hire with TJ is straightforward and simple, it’s a good idea to be prepared prior to the skip’s arrival. Check out these frequently-asked questions and answers to ensure delivery day goes as smoothly as possible…
Change your stored postcode to update prices for your location.