Introduction to Waste Management

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Introduction to Waste Management

Course Overview

Waste is a key issue for business. Managing waste, therefore, forms an important part of this introductory course which looks at the issue from a strategic business perspective.

At the most basic level businesses have the obligation to effectively manage and dispose of their industrial waste. If they fail to do so, they are liable for the damages caused through their negligence.

This course looks at the simple steps businesses can take to reduce and manage the waste produced by their operations.

Who is it for?

This interactive ½ day course is designed for those with little or no knowledge of waste management, and would suit those new to the sustainability and environment field or whose roles have been expanded to incorporate this subject.

Training Outcomes:

• Understanding of waste management and its wider business impact
• Understanding of how to start incorporating waste management practices into your business

Course coverage:

• Defining waste and identifying waste types
• Why is waste management important?
• Overview of legislation relating to waste management
• The waste hierarchy and the duty of care
• Examples of good and best practice, including resource efficiency
• Waste schemes, monitoring and reporting tools

Courses are held at our offices in Mountsorrel and details of future dates can be found on our website, www.responsible-solutions.co.uk. Alternatively, we are also able to offer in-house training at a venue of your choice. 

Please contact Charlotte Baker on 01509 320 100 or via charlotte@responsible-solutions.co.uk, to find out more and to discuss your training requirements.