Hazardous Waste Consignment Notes: Ensuring Legal and Compliant Waste Disposal
Rubo provides fully compliant hazardous waste consignment notes, ensuring your waste is transported and disposed of legally. We handle all documentation required for hazardous waste movement, so you can focus on your business.
Contact us today to streamline your waste management process and meet all legal obligations.
Hazardous Waste Consignment Notes: Ensuring Safe & Legal Waste Transport
When hazardous waste is moved from your premises, it must be accompanied by a completed Hazardous Waste Consignment Note. Rubo simplifies this process by handling all the paperwork, ensuring that every detail is accurate and compliant with UK regulations. Our team will take care of:
Correct EWC Codes (European Waste Catalogue Codes)
Accurate Hazard Property Codes
Correct UN Number & Proper Shipping Name
Licensed Waste Carrier details
Permitted Waste Disposal Sites
With Rubo, you can focus on your business while we handle your hazardous waste management. We pride ourselves on providing seamless service, from waste collection to environmentally responsible disposal.
What is a Hazardous Waste Consignment Note?
A Hazardous Waste Consignment Note is a legal document required for the transport of hazardous waste. It ensures that waste is managed, transported, and disposed of safely and in compliance with the law. This document is similar to the Dangerous Goods Note used for chemical shipping and is crucial for maintaining a clear audit trail.
Parts of a Hazardous Waste Consignment Note:
Part A: Notification Details
Unique Consignment Note Code (generated for each waste shipment)
Waste producer's contact details
Disposal site’s address & contact information
Part B: Waste Description
Details of the waste being transported, including:
Waste origin and process (SIC code)
Description of the waste
EWC Code and HP Code
Chemical and biological makeup of the waste
Quantity, physical form, container type & size
UN Number, Proper Shipping Name, UN Class, Packaging Group
Any special handling requirements
Part C: Carrier’s Certificate
Details of the waste carrier:
Haulier’s name, contact details, and registration number
Vehicle registration number
Part D: Consignor’s Certificate
Signed by the waste producer, certifying:
Correct completion of parts A, B, and C
The carrier is licensed, and the waste is packaged and labelled correctly
Compliance with the Waste Hierarchy (per Regulation 12 of the Waste Regulations 2011)
Part E: Consignee’s Certificate
Signed by the disposal site, confirming:
Quantity of waste received (by EWC Code)
Disposal or recovery method
Date and time of receipt
Waste permit number and disposal site details
This document must be kept for 5 years as proof of the safe and legal transfer of hazardous waste.
Why Choose Rubo?
At Rubo, we offer full support for hazardous waste consignment notes, ensuring your waste is transported and disposed of safely and in line with UK regulations. Our knowledgeable team takes the hassle out of waste management, helping you avoid legal risks while protecting the environment.