F1SCHEDULE 1SCHEDULE 2 TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTING (ENGLAND AND WALES) REGULATIONS 2007
SCHEDULE 2Exempt waste operations: general
Interpretation: general1
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Interpretation: exemption registration authority2
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Requirements for exempt waste operations3
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Procedure for registering an exempt waste operation4
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Restrictions on registering exempt waste operations carried on at the same place5
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Fee for registration relating to WEEE operations6
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Validity of registration7
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Changes to relevant particulars8
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Register of exempt waste operations9
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Duty to remove entries from the register10
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Exclusion from the register of information affecting national security11
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Record keeping12
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Periodic inspections13
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SCHEDULE 2SCHEDULES 3 AND 3A TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTING (ENGLAND AND WALES) REGULATIONS 2007
S.I. 2004/2590 to which there are amendments not relevant to these Regulations.
S.I 2006/1344 (W.134) to which there are amendments not relevant to these Regulations.
S.I. 2005/2517, amended by S.I. 2006/2696, S.I. 2008/644, S.I. 2009/594.
S.I. 2005/2530 to which there are amendments not relevant to these Regulations.
S.I. 2006/1643 (W.158) to which there are amendments not relevant to these Regulations
An asterisk following any such code indicates that the waste is considered as a hazardous waste for the purposes of regulation 6(a) of the Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/894) (see regulation 3(6)of the List of Waste (England) Regulations 2005 and the List of Waste (Wales) Regulations 2005). See also regulation 3(7) of those Regulations for the effect of the asterisk where the waste comprises or contains one or more dangerous substances.
S.I. 2005/895, amended by S.I. 2005/1673.
S.I. 2005/1820 (W.148).
PAS 108:2007, Specification for the production of tyre bales for use in construction, ISBN 978 0 580 50349 8.
1991 c. 57; Chapter II was amended by the Environment Act 1995 (c. 25), section 120(1) and Schedule 22.
Available on the Defra website - http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/waste/producer/electrical/documents/weee-batrrt-guidance.pdf. See paragraphs 22 to 36.
OJ No L. 273, 10.10.2002, p1.
S.I. 2001/3998; relevant amending instruments are S.I. 2003/1432, 2005/1653, 2005/3372 and 2007/2154.
1989 c. 14; section 5 was amended by section 37 of the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005 (c. 16).
)S.I. 2006/3289, amended by S.I. 2007/3545; there are other amending instruments but none is relevant.
)S.I. 2007/871, to which there are amendments not relevant to these Regulations.
1990 c. 43; section 34(1) was amended by S.I. 2000/1973 and 2007/3538. Section 34(1A) was inserted by paragraph 1(6) of Schedule 2 to S.I. 2009/1799.
S.I. 2007/1711, to which there are amendments not relevant to these Regulations.
S.I. 1989/1263, amended by S.I. 1990/880, 1996/593 and 2000/656.
SCHEDULE 3Exempt waste operations: descriptions and conditions
PART 1Interpretation
Interpretation1
1
In this Schedule—
“the 1991 Act” means the Water Resources Act 1991 M1;
“agricultural land” has the meaning given in section 109(1) of the Agriculture Act 1947 M2 and, for the purposes of the descriptions in the paragraphs numbered U10 (spreading waste on agricultural land to confer benefit) and U11 (spreading waste on non-agricultural land to confer benefit), in Chapter 1 of Part 2, this includes land used for the production of timber or other non-food crops;
“anaerobic digestion” means the mesophilic and thermophilic biological decomposition and stabilisation of biodegradable waste which—
- a
is carried on under controlled anaerobic conditions; and
- b
results in stable sanitised material that can be applied to land for the benefit of agriculture or to improve the soil structure or nutrients in land;
“associated storage” means storage of waste that —
- a
is associated with the use, treatment or disposal of waste; and
- b
takes place at the place where the use, treatment or disposal is carried on;
“bank” means a bank, wall or embankment adjoining or confining, or constructed for the purposes of or in connection with, any channel and includes all land between the bank and low-watermark;
“construction” means the carrying on of building or engineering work which includes the repair, alteration, maintenance or improvement of an existing work and preparatory or landscaping works;
“impermeable surface” means a surface or pavement constructed and maintained to a standard sufficient to prevent the transmission of liquids beyond the surface;
“inland waters” has the meaning given by section 221(1) of the 1991 Act;
“net rated thermal input” means the rate at which fuel can be burned at the maximum continuous rating of the appliance multiplied by the net calorific value of the fuel and expressed as megawatts thermal;
“place of production” means in relation to any waste, the place where the waste was originally produced;
“Plant Health notice” means meaning a notice served under—
- a
article 12 of the Plant Health (Phytophthora ramorum) (England) Order 2004 M3,
- b
article 13 of the Plant Health (Phytophthora ramorum) (Wales) Order 2006 M4,
- c
article 31 of the Plant Health (Forestry) Order 2005 M5,
- d
article 32 of the Plant Health (England) Order 2005 M6,
- e
article 32 of the Plant Health (Wales) Order 2006 M7;
“relevant waste”, where it appears in any paragraph in Part 2 of this Schedule, means waste that—
- a
falls within a code specified in the first column of the table in the paragraph, and
- b
is of a type specified in the second column of the table;
“scrap metal” has the meaning given by section 9(2) of the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 1964 M8;
“sealed drainage” means a drainage system with an impermeable surface which ensures that—
- a
no liquid will run off the surface otherwise than via the system, and
- b
except where they may be lawfully discharged, all liquids entering the system are collected in a sealed sump;
“secondary containment” means a bund or any other system for preventing waste which has leaked from the primary container from escaping from the place where it is stored or treated.
2
In this Schedule, a 6 digit code used to refer to a waste is a reference to the waste specified by the 6 digit code M9—
a
in England, in the List of Wastes (England) Regulations 2005 M10;
b
in Wales, in the List of Wastes (Wales) Regulations 2005 M11
except insofar as the waste specified in this Schedule in relation to such a code does not include some of the types of waste specified by that code in those Regulations.
3
Where a bund is used as secondary containment,—
a
the bund must—
i
have a capacity of not less than 110% of the original container's storage capacity, or
ii
if there is more than one container within the containment system, have a capacity of not less than 110% of the largest container's storage capacity or 25% of their aggregate storage capacity, whichever is the greater, and
iii
have an impermeable lining; and
b
reasonable precautions must be taken to ensure that the capacities specified in paragraph (a) are maintained at all times.
4
When interpreting this Schedule, a container, lagoon or other place is secure in relation to waste kept in it if—
a
all reasonable precautions are taken to ensure that the waste cannot escape from it; and
b
members of the public are unable to gain access to the waste.
5
Where a quantity limit is specified in relation to more than one operation (storage, use or treatment) in any one specific or additional condition, that quantity limit applies to all of those operations on an aggregate basis.
6
Where a waste operation is carried on by waste mobile plant, the quantity limits specified in any specific or additional specific condition in any Chapter in Part 2 apply in relation to each place where the operation is carried on.
7
The quantity limits specified in any specific condition in the paragraphs numbered U1 (use of waste in construction), U2 (used of baled end-of-life tyres in construction), U10 (spreading waste on agricultural land to confer benefit), U11 (spreading waste on non-agricultural land to confer benefit), U12 (use of mulch) and U15 (spreading pig and poultry ash) of Chapter 1 of Part 2 that relate to the use or storage of waste over a specified period apply for that period regardless of whether more than one establishment or undertaking carries on the operation at the same place over that period.
PART 2Exempt waste operations: descriptions and conditions (specific and general)
CHAPTER 1Use of waste
Introductory1
The descriptions in this Chapter—
a
are set out in the first sub-paragraph of the paragraphs numbered U1 to U16; and
b
include associated storage.
2
The specific conditions for each description in this Chapter are set out in the third sub-paragraph of the paragraphs numbered U1 to U16.
3
The general conditions for all descriptions in this Chapter are as follows—
a
the operation is for the purposes of recovering or reusing the waste, unless otherwise stated in the specific conditions;
b
the waste used is suitable for the purposes of the operation; and
c
no more waste is used than is necessary to carry on the operation.
Use of waste in constructionU1
1
The use of relevant waste in construction.
2
The tables specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph are set out below.
Table 1
Codes
Waste types
Quantity limit
Additional specific conditions
010102
Waste from mineral non-metalliferous excavation
5,000 tonnes
010408
Waste gravel and crushed rock other than those mentioned in 010407
010409
Waste sand and clays
020103
Plant tissue waste
020202
Shellfish shells from which the soft tissue or flesh has been removed only
101208
Waste ceramics, bricks, tiles and construction products (after thermal processing)
101314
Waste concrete and concrete sludge
170101
Concrete
170102
Bricks
170103
Tiles and ceramics
170107
Mixtures of concrete, bricks, tiles and ceramics other than those mentioned in 170106
170506
Dredging spoil other than those mentioned in 170505
A
170508
Track ballast other than those mentioned in 170507
191205
Glass
191209
Minerals (for example sand, stones)
191212
Aggregates only
Table 2
Codes
Waste types
Quantity limit
Additional specific conditions
020399, 020401
Soil from cleaning and washing fruit and vegetables only
1,000 tonnes
170302
Bituminous mixtures other than those mentioned in 170301
B
170504
Soil and stones other than those mentioned in 170503
170506
Dredging spoil other than those mentioned in 170505
191302
Solid wastes from soil remediation other than those mentioned in 191301
200202
Soil and stones
020103
Plant tissue waste
B
030101
Waste bark, cork and wood only
B
191207
Untreated wood other than those mentioned in 191206 only
B
200138
Untreated wood other than those mentioned in 200137 only
B
Table 3
Codes
Waste types
Quantity limits
Additional specific conditions
170302
Bituminous mixtures other than those mentioned in 170301
50,000 tonnes
C
170504
Road sub base only
C
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
where the relevant waste falls within the first column of a table in sub-paragraph (2), the total quantity of waste used or stored over any 3 year period does not exceed the limit indicated in the third column of that table;
b
where one or more waste type falling within the first column of any one table in sub-paragraph (2) is used or stored, the total quantity for all the waste types used or stored does not exceed the limit indicated in the third column of that table over any 3 year period;
c
no waste is stored for longer than 12 months prior to use; and
d
the operation complies with such of the following additional conditions as are specified in the fourth column of the table and for these purposes—
A
the waste is used only for drainage work carried on for the purposes of the Land Drainage Act 1991 M12, the 1991 Act or the 1995 Act,
B
the waste is used only for the construction of tracks, paths, bridleways or car parks and must be processed into chipped form prior to use,
C
the waste is used only for the construction of roads.
Use of baled end-of-life tyres in constructionU2
1
The use of relevant waste in construction.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
160103
Baled end-of-life tyres only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste used or stored during the construction does not exceed 50 tonnes of baled tyres;
b
the waste is not used more than once;
c
the bales comply with standard PAS108 M13; and
d
no waste is stored for longer than 3 months prior to use.
Use of waste in the construction of entertainment or educational installations etcU3
1
The use of relevant waste in the construction of installations, exhibits, sets or demonstrations for entertainment or educational purposes.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
170102
Bricks
170103
Tiles and ceramics
170201, 200138
Wood
170203, 200139
Plastic
170401 to 170407, 170411, 200140
Metals including their alloys
200101
Paper and cardboard
200111
Textiles
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific condition is that the total quantity of waste used or stored prior to use does not exceed 20 tonnes at any one time.
Burning of waste as a fuel in a small applianceU4
1
The burning of relevant waste as a fuel in an appliance if the requirements in sub-paragraph (4) are met.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020103, 200201
Plant tissue waste only
020107, 170201
Untreated wood only
020304
Vegetable waste unsuitable for consumption or processing
030101
Waste bark and cork
030105
Untreated sawdust and wood shavings other than those mentioned in 030104 only
030301
Waste bark and wood
030310
Fibre rejects (fibrous vegetable waste from virgin pulp preparation or paper pulp production) only
150103
Untreated wooden packaging only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste burned over any period of 1 hour is less than 50kg;
b
the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed 10 tonnes; and
c
the waste is stored in a secure place.
4
The requirements in this sub-paragraph are that—
a
the appliance has a net rated thermal input of less than 0.4 megawatts; and
b
where it is used together with other appliances (whether or not it is operated simultaneously with such other appliances), the aggregate net rated thermal input of all the appliances is less than 0.4 megawatts.
Use of waste derived biodiesel as fuelU5
1
The use of biodiesel derived from relevant waste as a fuel in a portable generator if the requirements in sub-paragraph (4) are met or in a motor vehicle and the storage of such biodiesel—
a
in or on a motor vehicle or in such a portable generator; or
b
at a place that is owned or occupied by the owner or user of the biodiesel.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
190210
Waste derived biodiesel only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of biodiesel stored in or on a motor vehicle or in a portable generator at any one time does not exceed 1,000 litres;
b
the total quantity of biodiesel stored at a place owned or occupied by the owner or user of the biodiesel at any one time does not exceed 5,000 litres; and
c
the biodiesel is stored with secondary containment.
4
The requirements in this sub-paragraph are that—
a
the portable generator has a net rated thermal input of less than 0.4 megawatts; and
b
where it is used together with other portable generators (whether or not it is operated simultaneously with such other generators) the aggregate net rated thermal input of all the generators is less than 0.4 megawatts.
Use of sludge for the purposes of re-seeding a waste water treatment plantU6
1
The use of relevant waste at a waste water treatment plant for the purposes of re-seeding the plant.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
190805
Sludges from treatment of urban waste water
190812
Sludges from biological treatment of industrial waste water other than those mentioned in 190811
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste used or stored at the plant at any one time does not exceed 1,000 cubic metres; and
b
the waste was not produced at the plant.
Use of effluent to clean a highway gravel bedU7
1
The use of relevant waste from a water treatment works or a waste water treatment plant to clean a highway gravel bed.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
190899
Effluent only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste used over any 24 hour period does not exceed 10 cubic metres;
b
the highway gravel bed has sealed drainage to ensure that the condition in paragraph (c) can be met;
c
all waste used in and produced by the cleaning operation is collected; and
d
the waste meets the terms of the discharge consent issued in respect of the works or plant from which the waste arose.
4
For the purposes of this paragraph, “discharge consent” means a consent issued under Chapter II of Part 3 of the 1991 Act M14.
Use of waste for a specified purposeU8
1
The use of relevant waste for a specified purpose.
2
For the purposes of this paragraph—
a
the table specifying relevant waste and the limits referred to in sub-paragraph (3)(a) and (b) is set out below;
b
“specified purpose” is a purpose specified in the third column of the table.
Codes
Waste types
Specified purpose
Quantity limit (at any one time)
030105, 191207
Wood shavings, woodchip, oversized compost, sawdust only
Use in horse menages
1,000 tonnes
191204
Shredded or granulated rubber and end-of-life tyres only
Use in horse menages
1,000 tonnes
191201
Shredded paper and cardboard
Use as animal bedding
100 tonnes
030305, 030311
Paper pulp and paper sludge from paper recycling only
Use as animal bedding
100 tonnes
030105, 191207
Wood shavings, woodchip, oversized compost, sawdust only
Use as animal bedding
100 tonnes
160103
End-of-life tyres
Use as a weight on cover sheeting on agricultural premises or use as crash barriers
40 tonnes
150102
Geotextile bags (flexible intermediate bulk containers) only
Use as reinforcement in construction
100 bags
020202
Shellfish shells from which the soft tissue or flesh has been removed only
Use for ornamental purposes
50 tonnes
191205
Crushed glass only
Use for ornamental purposes
50 tonnes
200127*, 200128, 080111*, 080112
Paints (excluding specialist and industrial paints, wood preservatives, aerosol and spray paints, inks, adhesives and resins)
Use as paint
1,000 litres
190599
Compost produced for the purposes of growing mushrooms only
Use in growing mushrooms
1,000 tonnes
170102, 170904
Stones and bricks capable of being used in their existing state only
Use in construction of buildings, fencing, barriers, containment or similar above ground construction
100 tonnes
170201, 191207, 200138
Non-hazardous wood including telegraph poles and railway sleepers
Use in construction of buildings, fencing, barriers, containment or similar above ground construction
100 tonnes
110105*, 110107*, 190902, 190903, 190906
Aluminium hydroxide (A1OH) and ferric chloride (FeCl) and sludges/solutions from the treatment of water only
Use in treating waste water effluent and in water treating processes
50 cubic metres
100201, 100202, 170504, 191209
Blast furnace slag and stones only
Use as filter media at waste water treatment works
50,000 tonnes
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total amount of waste used or stored at any one time does not exceed the quantity limit specified in the fourth column;
b
in relation to any relevant waste to which code 160103 applies (end-of-life tyres), within the quantity limit specified for that waste type, not more than 10 tonnes is stored together;
c
the waste is not treated or required to be treated prior to use; and
d
in relation to any relevant waste to which code 110105* (aluminium hydroxide),110107* (ferric chloride), 190902, 190903 or 190906 (sludges/solutions from the treatment of water) applies, the waste is stored—
i
with secondary containment, and
ii
in a location with sealed drainage.
Use of waste to manufacture finished goodsU9
1
The use of relevant waste to manufacture finished goods.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph and the quantity limits referred to in sub-paragraph (3)(a) is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
Quantity limit (at any one time)
Additional specific conditions
100101, 100102
Ash only
500 tonnes
A
101208
Ceramics
100 tonnes
A
101112, 150107, 191205, 200102
Glass
5,000 tonnes
A
100105
Gypsum only
500 tonnes
A
200199
Lion faeces only
5 tonnes
B
120101, 120103, 150104, 160117, 160118, 191001, 191002, 191202, 191203, 200140
Metals
500 tonnes
A
150101, 191201, 200101
Paper and cardboard
15,000 tonnes
C, D
070213, 120105, 150102, 191204, 200139
Plastics
500 tonnes
E
191204
Rubber only
30 tonnes
E, F
020106
Sheep, rabbit or deer faeces only
100 tonnes
B
040221, 040222, 150109, 191208, 200110, 200111
Textiles
1,000 tonnes
B
030105, 030301, 150103, 191207, 200138
Wood, bark, cork, sawdust, shavings, cuttings, particle board
100 tonnes
B
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that —
a
the total quantity of waste used or stored at any one time does not exceed the quantity limit specified in the third column of the table in sub-paragraph (2);
b
the waste is stored in a secure location at the place where the manufacturing is carried on;
c
the operation does not involve any activity falling within a description in Part A(1) or Part A(2) of Part 2 of Schedule 1; and
d
the operation complies with such of the following additional specific conditions as are specified in the fourth column of the table—
A
the waste is stored at a location with sealed drainage,
B
the waste is stored indoors or in a secure container,
C
the waste is stored in a baled form, in a container or indoors,
D
within the quantity limit specified in the third column of the table and notwithstanding additional specific condition C, up to 1,000 tonnes may be stored outdoors so long as it is stored in an enclosure designed and maintained to prevent the escape of litter,
E
the waste is not subject to heat treatment,
F
the total quantity of waste stored together does not exceed 10 tonnes.
4
For the purposes of this paragraph, “finished goods” means goods that are ready for use by an end consumer without any further processing.
Spreading waste on agricultural land to confer benefitU10
1
The spreading of relevant waste on agricultural land to confer benefit to the land for the purposes of providing, maintaining or improving the soil's ability to provide a growing medium by adding nutrients, lime or biomass.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph and the quantity and storage limits referred to in sub-paragraph (3) is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
Quantity limit
Storage limit (at any one time)
Period
Additional specific conditions
010102, 010408, 170504
Chalk only
50 tonnes per hectare
200 tonnes
12 months
A
020106
Farmyard and horse manure only
50 tonnes per hectare
200 tonnes
12 months
A
020401, 020399
Soil from cleaning and washing fruit and vegetables only
50 tonnes per hectare
200 tonnes
12 months
A
020199
Milk from agricultural premises only
50 cubic metres of diluted milk per hectare
200 tonnes
24 hours
A, B, E
100101
Ash from wood chip boilers produced pursuant to an operation described in the paragraph numbered U4 in this Chapter only
1 tonne per hectare
10 tonnes
12 months
A
170506
Dredging spoil (other than those mentioned in 170505) generated from the creation or maintenance of habitats, ditches or ponds within parks, gardens, fields and forests only
150 tonnes per hectare
1,250 tonnes
12 months
C
020199
Spent compost from the growing of mushrooms compost only
50 tonnes per hectare
500 tonnes
12 months
A
190599
Compost produced pursuant to a treatment described in the paragraph numbered T23 or T26 of Chapter 2 only
50 tonnes per hectare
500 tonnes
12 months
A
190604
Digestate produced pursuant to a treatment described in the paragraph numbered T24 or T25 of Chapter 2 only
50 tonnes per hectare
200 tonnes
12 months
A
190812
Waste consisting of biobed or biofilter material produced pursuant to a treatment described in the paragraph numbered T32 of Chapter 2 only
50 tonnes per hectare
200 tonnes
12 months
A, D
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste spread does not exceed the limit specified in the third column of the table in sub-paragraph (2) over the period specified in the fifth column;
b
the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed the limit specified in the fourth column of the table;
c
subject to additional specific conditions D and E in sub-paragraph (f), where they apply, no waste is stored for longer than 12 months prior to spreading;
d
the waste is stored in a secure location prior to spreading;
e
at the time the spreading begins—
i
the land has not been frozen for 12 hours or more in the preceding 24 hours,
ii
the land is not waterlogged, frozen or snow-covered; and
f
the operation complies with such of the following additional specific conditions as are specified in the sixth column of the table—
A
the location of any waste which is stored or land which is spread is at
least 10 metres from a watercourse and 50 metres from a spring, well or borehole,
B
prior to spreading, the waste is diluted with not less than an equal quantity of water or slurry and the land is spread not more than once in any 4 week period,
C
the waste is spread adjacent to the place from which it was dredged,
D
the waste is stored for at least 12 months prior to spreading,
E
the waste is not stored for longer than 24 hours prior to spreading.
Spreading waste on non-agricultural land to confer benefitU11
1
The spreading of relevant waste on land that is not agricultural land for the purposes of providing, maintaining or improving the soil's ability to provide a growing medium by adding nutrients, lime or biomass.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph and the quantity and storage limits referred to in sub-paragraph (3) is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
Quantity limit (over 12 months)
Storage limit (at any one time)
Additional specific conditions
010102, 010408, 170504
Chalk only
50 tonnes per hectare
200 tonnes
A
020106
Farmyard and horse manure only
50 tonnes per hectare
200 tonnes
A
020202
Shellfish shells from which the soft tissue or flesh has been removed only
50 tonnes per hectare
200 tonnes
A
020399, 020401
Soil from cleaning and washing fruit and vegetables only
50 tonnes per hectare
200 tonnes
A
100101
Ash from wood chip boilers produced pursuant to an operation described in the paragraph numbered U4 in this Chapter only
1 tonne per hectare
10 tonnes
A
170506
Dredging spoil (other than those mentioned in 170505) generated from the creation or maintenance of habitats, ditches or ponds within parks, gardens, fields and forests only
150 tonnes per hectare
1250 tonnes
B
020199
Spent compost from the growing of mushrooms only
50 tonnes per hectare
500 tonnes
A
190599
Compost produced pursuant to a treatment described in the paragraph numbered T23 or T26 of Chapter 2 only
50 tonnes per hectare
500 tonnes
A
190604
Digestate produced pursuant to a treatment described in the paragraph numbered T24 or T25 of Chapter 2 only
50 tonnes per hectare
200 tonnes
A
190812
Waste consisting of biobed or biofilter material produced pursuant to a treatment described in the paragraph numbered T32 of Chapter 2 only
50 tonnes per hectare
200 tonnes
A, C
200108
Coffee grounds only
50 tonnes per hectare
200 tonnes
A
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste spread does not exceed the limit specified in the third column of the table in sub-paragraph (2) over any 12 month period;
b
the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed the limit specified in the fourth column of the table;
c
subject to additional specific condition C in sub-paragraph (f), where it applies, no waste is stored for longer than 12 months prior to spreading;
d
the waste is stored in a secure location prior to spreading;
e
at the time the spreading begins—
i
the land has not been frozen for 12 hours or more in the preceding 24 hours,
ii
the land is not waterlogged, frozen or snow-covered; and
f
the operation complies with such of the following additional specific conditions as are specified in the fifth column of the table—
A
the location of any waste which is stored or land which is spread is at least 10 metres from a watercourse and 50 metres from a spring, well or borehole,
B
the waste is spread adjacent to the place from which it was dredged,
C
the waste is stored for at least 12 months prior to spreading.
Use of mulchU12
1
The use of relevant waste as a mulch.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020103, 191207, 200201
Untreated wood and plant matter
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste used or stored over any period of 1 month does not exceed 100 tonnes; and
b
the waste is stored in a secure location prior to use.
Spreading of plant matter to confer benefitU13
1
The spreading of relevant waste at the place of production to confer benefit.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020103, 020107,
020304, 200201
Plant tissue only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste spread over any 12 month period does not exceed 50 tonnes per hectare;
b
at the time the spreading begins—
i
the land has not been frozen for 12 hours or more in the preceding 24 hours,
ii
the land is not waterlogged, frozen or snow-covered; and
c
except for waste which is spread on the banks of the waters from which it was produced, no waste is spread within 50 metres of any water source, spring, well or borehole.
Incorporation of ash into soilU14
1
The incorporation of ash which is relevant waste into soil resulting from a qualifying operation.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020103, 020107, 200201
Ash from burning of plant tissue only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste incorporated into soil does not exceed 10 tonnes per hectare; and
b
ashes of burnt cereal, straw or cereal stubble are not allowed, without reasonable excuse, proof of which lies on the establishment or undertaking carrying on the operation, to remain on the soil for longer than 24 hours after the commencement of the burning but must be incorporated into the soil—
i
within that period, or
ii
in a case where, having regard to wind conditions to do so would be likely to cause nuisance, as soon as conditions allow.
4
For the purposes of this paragraph, a “qualifying operation” is one that—
a
involves the burning of cereal straw or cereal stubble;
b
falls within a description in the paragraph numbered D7 in Chapter 3 (burning waste in the open); and
c
complies with the specific conditions specified in that paragraph and the general conditions specified in that Chapter.
Pig and poultry ashU15
1
The spreading of relevant waste on agricultural land at the place of production.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
190112
Ash from the incineration of pig and poultry carcasses only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste spread over any 12 month period does not exceed 150kg per hectare;
b
the waste is mixed with an equal volume or more of manure or slurry prior to spreading;
c
the waste is stored in a secure place prior to spreading;
d
the location of the waste which is stored or land which is spread is at least—
i
10 metres from a watercourse,
ii
50 metres from a spring, well or borehole; and
e
at the time of the spreading—
i
the land has not been frozen for 12 hours or more in the preceding 24 hours,
ii
the land is not waterlogged, frozen or snow-covered.
Use of depolluted end-of-life vehicles for vehicle partsU16
1
The use of relevant waste for vehicle parts.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
160106
End-of-life vehicles, containing neither liquids nor other hazardous components
160122
Non-hazardous components from end-of-life vehicles only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
no more than two depolluted end-of-life vehicles are stored at any one time;
b
in relation to relevant waste to which code 160122 applies (non-hazardous components from end-of-life vehicles), the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed 5 cubic metres;
c
the waste is stored in a secure place;
d
the waste is stored on an impermeable surface; and
e
the operation is for the purposes of re-using the waste.
4
For the purposes of this paragraph and in relation to an end-of-life vehicle, “depolluted” means that the vehicle has been subjected to all of the operations described in paragraph 3 of Annex 1 of the End-of-Life Vehicles Directive.
CHAPTER 2Treatment of waste
Introductory1
The descriptions in this Chapter—
a
are set out in the first sub-paragraph of the paragraphs numbered T1 to T33; and
b
include associated storage.
2
The specific conditions for each description in this Chapter are set out in the third sub-paragraph of the paragraphs numbered T1 to T33.
3
The general condition for the descriptions in this Chapter is that the operation is for the purposes of recovering the waste, unless otherwise stated in the specific conditions.
Cleaning, washing, spraying or coating relevant wasteT1
1
The treatment of relevant waste by cleaning, washing, spraying or coating it, subject to sub-paragraph (4).
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
150105
Composite packaging
160120, 150107, 170202, 191205, 200102
Glass
150101
Paper and cardboard packaging
020104, 070213, 150102, 160119, 170203, 200139
Plastic
150109
Textile packaging
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated over any 7 day period does not exceed 300 tonnes;
b
subject to paragraph (e), the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed 300 tonnes;
c
the waste is stored and treated in a location with sealed drainage;
d
no waste is stored for longer than 3 months prior to treatment;
e
where the waste consists of containers that have been used to contain a dangerous substance, the total quantity of waste stored does not exceed 1 tonne over any 7 day period; and
f
the waste is not contaminated by more than 1% of its original volume prior to treatment.
4
The description in sub-paragraph (1) does not include cleaning, washing, spraying or coating of any relevant waste if this falls within Part B of section 6.4 (coating activities, printing and textile treatments) of Part 2 of Schedule 1.
5
In this paragraph, “dangerous substance” has the meaning given in regulation 2(1) of the Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2009 M15.
6
References in this paragraph to quantity limits by weight include the weight of any contamination.
Recovery of textilesT2
1
The treatment of relevant waste by laundering or otherwise cleaning it.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
191208
Textiles
200110
Clothes
200111
Textiles
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored at any one time does not exceed 20,000 tonnes; and
b
the waste is treated and stored at a location with sealed drainage.
Treatment of waste metals and metal alloys by heating for the purposes of removing grease etcT3
1
The treatment of relevant waste for the purposes of removing grease, oil or any other non-metallic contaminant by heating it in an appliance where the requirements of sub-paragraph (4) are met using a process that is not an excluded process.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
160117
Ferrous metal
160118
Non ferrous metal
191001
Iron and steel waste
191002
Non ferrous waste
191202
Ferrous metal
191203
Non ferrous metal
200140
Metals
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste stored or treated at any one time does not exceed 10 tonnes; and
b
the waste is stored in a secure location with sealed drainage.
4
The requirements in this sub-paragraph are that—
a
the appliance has a net rated thermal input of less than 0.2 megawatts; and
b
where it is used together with other appliances (whether or not it is operated simultaneously with such other appliances), the aggregate net rated thermal input of all the appliances is less than 0.2 megawatts.
5
The processes that are excluded processes for the purposes of sub-paragraph (1) are—
a
the removal by heat of plastic or rubber covering from scrap cable or any asbestos contaminant;
b
a process that is an activity listed in Section 2.1 (ferrous metals) (other than paragraph (d) of Part B) of Part 2 of Schedule 1 involving the heating of iron, steel or ferrous alloy;
c
a process that is an activity described in Part A(1) or A(2) of Section 2.2 (non-ferrous metals) of Part 2 of Schedule 1 involving the heating of any non-ferrous metal or non-ferrous metal alloy.
Preparatory treatments (baling, sorting, shredding etc)T4
1
The treatment of relevant waste by baling, sorting, shredding, pulverising, densifying, crushing or compacting it.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph and the quantity limits referred to in sub-paragraph (3) is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
Treatment limit (over 7 days)
Storage limit (at any one time)
150104, 200140
Cans and foils only
100 tonnes where treatment is carried on outdoors
500 tonnes where treatment is carried on indoors
500 tonnes
070213, 150102
Food and drink cartons only
100 tonnes where treatment is carried on outdoors
3,000 tonnes where treatment is carried on indoors
500 tonnes
150107, 160120, 170202, 191205, 200102
Glass
5,000 tonnes
5,000 tonnes
030308, 030307, 150105, 191201, 200101
Paper and cardboard (excluding food and drink cartons)
500 tonnes where treatment is carried on outdoors
3,000 tonnes where treatment is carried on indoors
15,000 tonnes
020104, 070213, 120105, 150102, 160119, 170203, 191204
Plastic
100 tonnes where treatment is carried on outdoors
3000 tonnes where treatment is carried on indoors
500 tonnes
040222, 150109, 191208, 200110, 200111
Textiles and clothes
1,000 tonnes where treatment is carried on outdoors
3,000 tonnes where treatment is carried on indoors
1,000 tonnes
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
subject to paragraph (d), the total quantity of waste treated over any 7 day period does not exceed the limit specified in the third column of the table in sub-paragraph (2);
b
the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed the limit specified in the fourth column of the table;
c
no waste is stored for longer than 12 months;
d
where the treatment involves pulverising waste—
i
the total quantity of waste treated over any 7 day period does not exceed 5 tonnes,
ii
the treatment is carried on indoors;
e
where the treatment involves densifying waste, the treatment does not involve the application of heat;
f
the treatment and storage are carried on in a secure place;
g
the waste arrives at the place where the operation is carried out unmixed with any other type of waste;
h
the waste is treated and stored in an unmixed state; and
i
in relation to relevant waste to which codes 030308, 030307, 150101, 191201, 200101 apply (paper and cardboard)—
i
the waste is stored in a baled form, in a container or indoors,
ii
within the storage limit specified in the fourth column of the table, up to 1,000 tonnes may be stored outdoors so long as it is stored in an enclosure designed and maintained to prevent the escape of litter.
Screening and blending of wasteT5
1
The treatment of relevant waste by screening and blending it for the purposes of producing an aggregate or soil and associated prior treatment.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
010408
Waste gravel and crushed rocks other than those mentioned in 010407
010409
Waste sand and clays
020202
Shellfish shells from which the soft tissue or flesh has been removed only
030101
Waste bark and cork
030301
Waste bark and wood
100101
Bottom ash, slag and boiler dust (excluding boiler dust mentioned in 100104)
100115
Bottom ash, slag and boiler dust from co-incineration other than those mentioned in 100114
170101
Concrete
170102
Bricks
170103
Tiles and ceramics
170107
Mixtures of concrete, bricks, tiles and ceramics other than those mentioned in 170106
170201
Wood
170302
Bituminous mixtures other than those mentioned in 170301
170504
Soil and stones other than those mentioned in 170503
170506
Dredging spoil other than those mentioned in 170505
170508
Track ballast other than those mentioned in 170507
190599
Compost produced pursuant to a treatment described in the paragraphs numbered T23 or T26 of Chapter 2 only
191205
Glass
191209
Aggregates only
191212
Gypsum recovered from construction materials only
191302
Solid wastes from soil remediation other than those mentioned in 191301
191304
Sludges from soil remediation other than those mentioned in 191303
200202
Soil and stones
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
in relation to any relevant waste to which code 170302 applies (bituminous mixtures other than those mentioned in 170301) where the treatment is for the purposes of manufacturing roadstone, the total quantity of waste treated or stored over any 3 year period does not exceed 50,000 tonnes;
b
in relation to relevant waste not covered by paragraph (a), the total quantity of waste treated or stored over any 3 year period does not exceed 5,000 tonnes;
c
no waste is stored for longer than 12 months; and
d
the treatment is carried on at the place—
i
of production, or
ii
where the treated waste is to be used.
4
In this paragraph, “associated prior treatment” means crushing relevant waste for the purposes of screening or blending it but does not include crushing of any relevant waste which falls within Part B of Section 3.5 (other mineral activities) of Part 2 of Schedule 1 or within the paragraph numbered T7 in this Chapter (treatment of waste bricks, tiles and concrete by crushing, grinding or reducing in size).
Treatment of waste wood and waste plant matter by chipping, shredding, cutting or pulverisingT6
1
The treatment of relevant waste by chipping, shredding, cutting or pulverising it.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020103, 200201
Plant tissue waste
030101,030301, 170201
Wood
150103
Untreated wooden packaging only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored over any 7 day period does not exceed 500 tonnes; and
b
no waste is stored for longer than 3 months after treatment.
Treatment of waste bricks, tiles and concrete by crushing, grinding or reducing in sizeT7
1
The treatment of relevant waste by crushing, grinding or reducing it in size but not including any treatment activity covered by paragraph (c) in Part B of Section 3.5 (other mineral activities) in Chapter 3 of Part 2 to Schedule 1.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
170101
Concrete
170102
Bricks
170103
Tiles and ceramics
170107
Mixtures of concrete, bricks, tiles and ceramics (other than those mentioned in 170106*)
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated over any period of 1 hour does not exceed 20 tonnes;
b
the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed 200 tonnes;
c
the waste is stored in a secure place prior to treatment;
d
the treatment is carried on—
i
at the place of production, or
ii
at the place where the treated waste is to be used; and
e
the operation does not result in the release into the air of a substance listed in paragraph 6(3) of Part 1 of Schedule 1 except in a quantity which is so trivial that it is incapable of causing pollution or its capacity to cause pollution is insignificant.
Mechanical treatment of end-of-life tyresT8
1
The treatment of end-of-life tyres, including such tyres in a shredded or granulated form, that are relevant waste by a relevant treatment operation and associated prior treatment.
2
The table specifying relevant waste and relevant treatment operations for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
Relevant treatment operation
160103
End-of-life tyres
Granulating, baling, peeling, shaving, shredding and re-treading of tyres
191204
Shredded or granulated end-of-life tyres only
Granulating
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste stored or treated over any 7 day period does not exceed—
i
60 tonnes of truck tyres, or
ii
40 tonnes of any other tyres;
b
within the limits in paragraph (a), the total quantity stored together does not exceed 10 tonnes;
c
in relation to any relevant treatment operation that is granulating, the treatment is carried on indoors; and
d
in relation to any relevant treatment operation that is re-treading, the treatment is for the purposes of re-using the waste.
4
In this paragraph, “associated prior treatment” means cleaning tyres and separating rims from them prior to treatment.
Recovery of scrap metalT9
1
The recovery of scrap metal consisting of relevant waste by—
a
sorting, grading, shearing by manual feed, baling or crushing it; or
b
cutting it with hand-held equipment.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020110
Waste metal
150104
Metallic packaging
160117, 191202
Ferrous metal
160118, 191203
Non ferrous metal
170401
Copper, bronze, brass
170402
Aluminium
170403
Lead
170404
Zinc
170405
Iron and steel
170406
Tin
170407
Mixed metals
170411
Cables other than those mentioned in 170410
200140
Metals
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored at any one time does not exceed 1,000 tonnes;
c
within the limit in paragraph (a), the total quantity of any cables stored or treated does not exceed 50 tonnes;
c
no waste is stored for longer than 24 months;
d
the recovery is carried on at a location with sealed drainage; and
e
the height of any pile or stack of waste does not exceed 5 metres.
Sorting mixed wasteT10
1
The sorting of one type of relevant waste from one or more other types of relevant waste.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
150101, 200101
Paper and cardboard
150102, 200139
Plastics
150104, 200140
Metals
150105
Composite packaging
150106
Mixed packaging
15017, 200102
Glass
150109, 200110,
200111
Textiles and clothing only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste sorted at any one time does not exceed 10 tonnes;
b
the total quantity of waste stored over any 7 day period does not exceed 10 tonnes; and
c
the waste is stored in a secure place.
Repair or refurbishment of WEEET11
1
The treatment of WEEE that is relevant waste by repairing or refurbishing it, including any prior dismantling.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
160211*
WEEE containing CFCs, HCFCs and HFCs
160213*
WEEE containing hazardous components other than those mentioned in 160209 to 160212
160214
WEEE other than those mentioned in 160209 to 160213
160216
Components removed from discarded equipment other than those mentioned in 160215
200123*
WEEE containing CFCs
200135*
WEEE other than those mentioned in 200121 and 200123 containing hazardous components
200136
WEEE other than those mentioned in 200121, 200123, and 200135
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored over any 12 month period does not exceed 1,000 tonnes;
b
the best available treatment, recovery and recycling techniques are used when treating the waste;
c
the operation meets the technical requirements specified in Annex III of the WEEE Directive;
d
in relation to any relevant waste falling within codes 160211* (WEEE containing CFCs, HCFCs and HFCs) or 200123* (WEEE containing CFCs), the waste is stored in such a manner so as to prevent the release of CFCs, HCFCs and HFCs;
e
the waste is stored in such a manner that its environmentally sound reuse or recycling is not hindered; and
f
the operation is for the purposes of—
i
re-using the WEEE for its original purpose, or
ii
re-using any dismantled components for their original purpose.
4
In this paragraph—
a
“best available treatment, recovery and recycling techniques” has the meaning given in the document published jointly by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, the Welsh Assembly Government and the Scottish Executive on 27th November 2006, entitled “Guidance on Best Available Treatment, Recovery and Recycling Techniques (BATRRT) and Treatment of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)”M16;
b
“CFCs” means chlorofluorocarbons;
c
“HCFCs” means hydrochlorofluorocarbons;
d
“HFCs” means hydrofluorocarbons;
e
“treatment” does not include the degassing or capture of ozone depleting substances.
Manual treatment of wasteT12
1
The manual treatment of relevant waste by a relevant treatment operation.
2
The table specifying—
a
relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph and relevant treatment operations;
b
the quantity limits referred to in sub-paragraph (3)(a); and
c
the additional specific conditions referred to in sub-paragraph (3)(c),
is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
Relevant treatment operation
Quantity limits (at any one time)
Additional specific conditions
200199
Bicycles only
Sorting, repairing or refurbishing
100 tonnes
A
200110, 200111
Clothing, fabrics, carpets only
Sorting, repairing or refurbishing
100 tonnes
A
200138, 200139, 200140
Coat hangers only
Sorting and dismantling
100 tonnes
B
200140
Domestic pots and pans only
Sorting and dismantling
100 tonnes
200199
Footwear only
Sorting, repairing or refurbishing
100 tonnes
A
200307
Furniture only
Sorting, repairing or refurbishing
100 tonnes
A
200138, 200139, 200140
Garden tools only
Sorting, repairing or refurbishing
100 tonnes
A
200138, 200139, 200140
Lock gates only
Sorting and dismantling
100 tonnes
200307
Mattresses only
Sorting and dismantling
5 tonnes
B, C
170102, 170201, 170904, 200138
Stone, bricks, wood only
Sorting, repairing or refurbishing
500 tonnes
A
200137, 200138, 200140
Telegraph poles only
Sorting and dismantling
100 tonnes
B
170201, 170202, 170203, 200102, 200138, 200139, 200140
Windows, doors only
Sorting, repairing or refurbishing
100 tonnes
A
170201, 170202, 170203, 200102, 200138, 200139, 200140
Windows, doors only
Sorting and dismantling
10 tonnes
B
150103
Wooden pallets only
Sorting, repairing or refurbishing
100 tonnes
A
150103
Wooden pallets only
Sorting and dismantling
100 tonnes
B
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored at any one time does not exceed the limit specified in the fourth column of the table in sub-paragraph (2);
b
subject to additional specific condition B in sub-paragraph (c), where it applies, no waste is stored for longer than 2 years; and
c
the operation complies with such of the following additional specific conditions as is specified in the fifth column of the table—
A
the operation is for the purposes of reusing the waste,
B
no waste is stored for longer than 12 months,
C
treatment and storage are carried on indoors.
Treatment of waste foodT13
1
The treatment of waste food that is relevant waste by decanting or unwrapping it, bulking it up and sorting it.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020203, 020501
Milk only
020304, 020501, 020601, 020704
Materials unsuitable for consumption or processing excluding milk only
200199
Non liquid foods unsuitable for consumption or processing but excluding foods covered by the Animal By-Products Regulations only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored at any one time does not exceed 30 tonnes;
b
the treatment and storage are carried on—
i
indoors,
ii
in a secure place;
c
no waste is stored for longer than 7 days;
d
in relation to relevant waste specified in the first row of the table in sub-paragraph (2) (milk only), the operation is carried on in a dairy which has sealed drainage; and
e
any resultant waste packaging is bulked up for the purposes of recovery.
Crushing and emptying waste vehicle oil filtersT14
1
The treatment of waste vehicle oil filters consisting of relevant waste by crushing and emptying them.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
160107*
Oil filters
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste stored after treatment does not exceed 1 tonne of crushed and emptied oil filters at any one time;
b
the treatment is carried on at the place of production;
c
the equipment used to treat the waste is—
i
designed for the purposes of crushing oil filters,
ii
designed and maintained to ensure that oil does not escape during treatment; and
d
the treatment takes place as soon as practicable after the oil filter is removed from a vehicle.
Treatment of waste aerosol cansT15
1
The treatment of empty used waste aerosol cans consisting of relevant waste by puncturing and crushing them.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
150104
Aerosol cans only
150110*
Aerosol cans containing residues of or contaminated by dangerous substances only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored in any 12 month period does not exceed 3,000 cans;
b
the waste is stored in a secure location in vented containers prior to treatment;
c
the treatment and storage are carried on—
i
at the place of production,
ii
in a well-ventilated area; and
d
the equipment used to treat the waste is designed for that purpose.
Treatment of waste toner cartridges by sorting, dismantling, cleaning or refillingT16
1
The treatment of waste toner cartridges consisting of relevant waste by sorting, dismantling, cleaning or refilling them.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
080318
Waste printing toner other than those mentioned in 080317
150102
Plastic packaging
160216
Cartridges taken from discarded equipment other than those mentioned in 160213 only
200139
Plastics
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored at any one time does not exceed 50,000 cartridges; and
b
the treatment is carried on—
i
indoors,
ii
at a location with sealed drainage.
Crushing waste fluorescent tubesT17
1
The crushing of relevant waste for the purposes of volume reduction prior to collection.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
200121*
Fluorescent tubes only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste crushed over any period of 24 hours does not exceed 3 tonnes;
b
the crushing is carried on at the place of production;
c
the equipment used for crushing is designed for the purposes of crushing and volume reduction;
d
the mercury concentration in any resultant emissions does not exceed 25 microgrammes per cubic metre; and
e
any glass or mercury released after crushing is stored in a secure container under weatherproof covering.
Dewatering using flocculantsT18
1
The treatment of relevant waste by dewatering using flocculants.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
010409
Clay effluent resulting from the manufacture of ceramics only
080120
Water based paint wash waters only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste stored or treated at any one time does not exceed 30,000 litres; and
b
the waste is stored in a container with secondary containment.
Physical treatment of waste edible oil and fat to produce biodieselT19
1
The physical treatment of relevant waste for the purposes of producing biodiesel.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
200125
Edible oil and fat
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored at any one time does not exceed 5,000 litres;
b
the waste is treated and stored in a container with secondary containment;
c
no waste is stored for longer than 3 months; and
d
the operation is for the purposes of reusing the waste.
Treatment of waste at a water treatment worksT20
1
The treatment of relevant waste at a water treatment works.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
190902
Sludges from water clarification
190903
Sludges from decarbonation
190906
Solutions and sludges from regeneration of ion exchangers
190999
Waste water and bore hole flushings only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated at the works over any period of 12 months does not exceed 10,000 cubic metres; and
b
the waste is treated and stored in a secure location with sealed drainage.
Recovery of waste at a waste water treatment worksT21
1
The recovery of relevant waste at a waste water treatment works.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
190801
Screenings
190802
Sewage grit (waste from desanding) only
190805
Sludges from treatment of urban waste water
190899
Centrate liquor only
190902
Sludges from water clarification
190903
Sludges from decarbonation
190906
Solutions and sludges from regeneration of ion exchangers
200304
Septic tank sludge
200306
Waste from sewage cleaning
200399
Cesspool waste and other sewage sludge only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste brought to the works over any period of 12 months does not exceed 100,000 cubic metres; and
b
the waste is treated and stored in a secure location with sealed drainage.
Treatment of animal by-product waste at a collection centreT22
1
The treatment of animal by-products consisting of relevant waste at a collection centre.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020102, 020202
Animal tissue waste
020203
Materials unsuitable for consumption or processing
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored at any one time does not exceed 10 tonnes; and
b
the operation is carried on in accordance with an authorisation under regulation 27 of the Animal By-Products Regulations.
4
In this paragraph—
a
“animal by-product” has the same meaning as in Article 2(1)(a) of Regulation (EC) No. 1774/2002 of the European Parliament and of the Council laying down health rules concerning animal by-products not intended for human consumption M17;
b
“collection centre” has the same meaning as in paragraph 18 of Annex 1 to that Regulation.
Aerobic composting and associated prior treatmentT23
1
The treatment of relevant waste by aerobic composting and associated prior treatment.
2
The tables specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph are set out below.
Table 1
Codes
Waste types
170506
Plant tissue waste from inland waters only
020103, 200201
Plant tissue waste
020106
Horse manure and farmyard manure only
020107
Biodegradable waste from forestry only
200101
Paper and cardboard
200201
Biodegradable waste plant matter only
Table 2
Codes
Waste types
020202
Animal tissue waste
020501, 020601
Materials unsuitable for consumption or processing
200108
Biodegradable kitchen and canteen waste
200302
Biodegradable waste from markets only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored at any one time does not exceed 80 tonnes where—
i
the operation is carried on at the place of production, and
ii
the treated waste is being or is to be used at that place;
b
the total quantity of waste treated or stored at any one time does not exceed 60 tonnes where—
i
the waste is produced at a place other than where the operation is carried on, or
ii
the treated waste is not to be used at the place where the operation is carried on;
c
within the quantity limits in paragraphs (a) and (b), the waste does not consist at any one time of more than the following quantities—
i
10 tonnes of paper or cardboard,
ii
20 tonnes of manure,
iii
10 tonnes of any relevant waste listed in Table 2;
d
in relation to relevant waste listed in Table 1, no waste is stored for longer than 1 month prior to treatment;
e
in relation to relevant waste listed in Table 2, no waste is stored for longer than 7 days prior to treatment;
f
no waste is stored for a period of longer than 12 months after treatment; and
g
the treatment results in stable sanitised material that can be applied to land for the benefit of agriculture or to improve the soil structure or nutrients in land.
4
In this paragraph—
“aerobic composting” means the autothermic and thermophilic biological decomposition and stabilisation of biodegradable waste under controlled conditions that are aerobic;“associated prior treatment” means screening, chipping, shredding, cutting, pulverising or sorting waste for the purposes of aerobic composting.
Anaerobic digestion at premises used for agriculture and burning of resultant biogasT24
1
The treatment by anaerobic digestion of relevant waste at premises used for agriculture and associated prior treatment and the burning of any resultant biogas.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020103, 020107, 170506, 200201
Plant tissue waste
020106
Horse and farmyard manure, slurry only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored at any one time does not exceed 1,250 cubic metres;
b
the minimum retention time for the waste in the digester is 28 days; and
c
any gas resulting from the operation is collected and then burnt in an appliance—
i
where the requirements of sub-paragraph (5) are met, and
ii
the appliance is for the purposes of producing energy.
4
In this paragraph, “associated prior treatment” means screening, chipping, shredding, cutting, pulverising or sorting waste for the purposes of anaerobic digestion.
5
The requirements in this sub-paragraph are that—
a
the appliance has a net rated thermal input of less than 0.4 megawatts; and
b
where it is used together with other appliances (whether or not it is operated simultaneously with such other appliances), the aggregate net rated thermal input of all the appliances is less than 0.4 megawatts.
Anaerobic digestion at premises not used for agriculture and burning of resultant biogasT25
1
The treatment by anaerobic digestion of relevant waste at premises not used for agriculture and associated prior treatment and the burning of any resultant biogas.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020103, 020107, 170506, 200201
Plant tissue waste
020106
Horse and farmyard manure only
200101
Paper and cardboard
200108
Biodegradable kitchen and canteen waste
020202
Animal tissue waste
020501, 020601
Materials unsuitable for consumption or processing
200302
Biodegradable waste from markets only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored at any one time does not exceed 50 cubic metres;
b
the minimum retention time for the waste in the digester is 28 days; and
c
any gas resulting from the operation is collected and then burnt in an appliance—
i
where the requirements of sub-paragraph (5) are met, and
ii
the appliance is for the purposes of producing energy.
4
In this paragraph, “associated prior treatment” means screening, chipping, shredding, cutting, pulverising or sorting waste for the purposes of anaerobic digestion.
5
The requirements in this sub-paragraph are that—
a
the appliance has a net rated thermal input of less than 0.4 megawatts; and
b
where it is used together with other appliances (whether or not it is operated simultaneously with such other appliances), the aggregate net rated thermal input of all the appliances is less than 0.4 megawatts.
Treatment of kitchen waste in a wormeryT26
1
The treatment in a wormery of relevant waste originating from a kitchen.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
200101
Paper and cardboard
200108
Biodegradable kitchen and canteen waste
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated over any 12 month period does not exceed 6 tonnes; and
b
the treatment results in a stable sanitised vermicompost that can be applied to land for the benefit of agriculture or to improve the soil structure or nutrients in land.
Treatment of sheep dip for disposalT27
1
The treatment of used organophosphate sheep dip consisting of relevant waste for the purposes of its disposal.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020109
Organophosphate sheep dip only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
total quantity of waste treated or stored over any 24 hour period does not exceed 8,000 litres;
b
the waste is treated using organophosphate-degrading enzyme in accordance with the enzyme manufacturer's instructions;
c
the treatment and storage are carried on at the place of production; and
d
the treatment is carried on in a secure sheep dip bath.
Sorting and de-naturing of controlled drugs for disposalT28
1
The treatment of controlled drugs consisting of relevant waste by sorting and de-naturing them prior to their disposal.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
180109
Medicines from natal care, diagnosis, treatment or prevention of disease in humans
180208
Medicines from research, diagnosis, treatment or prevention of disease involving animals
200132
Medicines separately collected as municipal waste
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored at any one time does not exceed 1 cubic metre;
b
the treatment and storage are carried on at the place of production; and
c
no waste is stored for longer than 6 months.
4
In this paragraph, “controlled drug” means a controlled drug specified in Schedules 1 to 5 to the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001 M18.
Treatment of non-hazardous pesticide washings by carbon filtration for disposalT29
1
The treatment of non-hazardous pesticide washings that are relevant waste by carbon filtration for the purposes of disposal.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020109, 160509
Non-hazardous pesticide washings only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored over any 24 hour period does not exceed 8,000 litres;
b
the treatment and storage are carried on at the place of production; and
c
the treatment is carried on in a location with sealed drainage.
Recovery of silverT30
1
The recovery of silver from relevant waste produced in connection with printing or photographic processes.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
090107
Photographic film or paper containing silver or silver compounds
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste stored or treated at any one time does not exceed 1,000 litres; and
b
the treatment and storage are carried on in a location with sealed drainage.
Recovery of monopropylene glycol from aircraft antifreeze fluidsT31
1
The recovery of monopropylene glycol by filtering and distilling relevant waste collected following de-icing of aircraft.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
160115
Antifreeze fluids other than those mentioned in 160114
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored over any 7 day period does not exceed 250 cubic metres;
b
the waste is treated in a location with sealed drainage;
c
the operation is carried on at the place where the waste is produced; and
d
the waste is stored with secondary containment.
Treatment of waste in a biobed or biofilterT32
1
The treatment of relevant waste in a lined biobed or above ground biofilter.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020109, 160509
Non-hazardous pesticide washings only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated or stored over any 12 month period does not exceed 15,000 litres;
b
the biobed or biofilter is located at a secure place that is—
i
at least 10 metres from a watercourse,
ii
at least 50 metres from a spring or well or from any borehole not used to supply water for domestic or food production purposes,
iii
at least 250 metres from any borehole used to supply water for domestic or food production purposes,
iv
not within a zone defined by a 50 day travel time for groundwater to reach a groundwater abstraction that is used to supply water for domestic or food production purposes;
c
the biobed or biofilter —
i
is designed and maintained for the treatment operation,
ii
has an impermeable lining; and
d
the treatment is carried on at the place of production.
Recovery of central heating oil by filtrationT33
1
The recovery of central heating oil by filtering relevant waste.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
130701*
Central heating oil only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste treated over any 7 day period does not exceed 400 litres;
b
the waste is stored with secondary containment;
c
the treatment is carried on at a location with sealed drainage; and
d
the operation is for the purposes of reusing the waste.
CHAPTER 3Disposal of waste
Introductory1
The descriptions in this Chapter—
a
are set out in the first sub-paragraph of the paragraphs numbered D1 to D8; and
b
include associated storage.
2
The specific conditions for each description in this Chapter are set out in the third sub-paragraph of the paragraphs numbered D1 to D8.
3
The general condition for all descriptions in this Chapter is that the operation is carried on at the place of production.
Deposit of waste from dredging of inland watersD1
1
The deposit of relevant waste arising from the dredging of inland waters and associated screening and dewatering.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
170506
Dredging spoil other than those mentioned in 170505
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste deposited or treated over any 12 month period does not exceed 50 cubic metres for each metre of land on which the waste is deposited; and
b
the waste is deposited at the closest possible point to where the waste was produced on—
i
the bank of the inland waters from which the waste was produced, or
ii
such width of land adjoining the inland waters so as to enable the waste to be removed and deposited by mechanical means in one operation.
Deposit of waste from a railway sanitary convenienceD2
1
The deposit of relevant waste on to a railway track.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
200399
Wastes from railway sanitary conveniences only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific condition is that the total quantity of waste deposited per discharge does not exceed 25 litres.
4
In this paragraph, “railway sanitary convenience” means a sanitary convenience or sink forming part of a vehicle used for the carriage of passengers on a railway.
Deposit of waste from a portable sanitary convenienceD3
1
The deposit of relevant waste by burying it.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
200399
Waste from portable sanitary conveniences only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste deposited over any 12 month period does not exceed 1 cubic metre; and
a
no waste is deposited within 50 metres of any water source, spring, well or borehole.
Deposit of agricultural waste consisting of plant tissue under a Plant Health noticeD4
1
The deposit of agricultural waste that is relevant waste.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020103
Plant tissue waste
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the deposit is required under a Plant Health Notice;
b
where waste is deposited into a pile, the pile—
i
does not exceed 250 tonnes, and
ii
is not immediately adjacent to another pile of the same type of waste;
c
at the time the deposit is made—
i
the land has not been frozen for 12 hours or more in the preceding 24 hours,
ii
the land is not waterlogged, frozen or snow-covered; and
d
no waste is deposited within 50 metres of any water source, spring, well or borehole.
Depositing samples of waste for the purposes of testing or analysing themD5
1
The deposit and subsequent storage of relevant samples of waste at any place where the samples are being or are to be tested or analysed.
2
For the purposes of sub-paragraph (1), “relevant samples of waste” means samples of waste that are taken—
a
in the exercise of any power under—
i
the Radioactive Substances Act 1993 M19,
ii
the Control of Pollution Act 1974 M20,
iii
section 5 of the Control of Pollution (Amendment) Act 1989 M21,
iv
the 1990 Act,
v
the 1991 Act,
vi
the Water Industry Act 1991 M22,
vii
the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2006 M23,
viii
the Producer Responsibility Obligations (Packaging Waste) Regulations 2007 M24,
ix
regulation 88 of the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009 M25;
b
by or on behalf of the holder of an environmental permit;
c
by or on behalf of a person carrying on in relation to the waste—
i
an operation described in this Part, or
ii
an excluded waste operation;
d
by or on behalf of the owner or occupier of the land from which the samples are taken;
e
by or on behalf of any person to whom section 34(1) or (1A) of the 1990 Act M26 applies in connection with that person's duties under that section;
f
by or on behalf of any person to whom the Transfrontier Shipment of Waste Regulations 2007 M27 apply in connection with that person's duties under those regulations; or
g
for the purposes of research.
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste deposited or stored at any one time does not exceed 10 tonnes; and
b
the waste is not stored for longer than 12 months or such other period as may be ordered in court proceedings.
Disposal by incinerationD6
1
The disposal by incineration of the waste described in sub-paragraph (2) in an incinerator where the requirements in sub-paragraph (4) are met.
2
The waste described in this paragraph is the waste mentioned in Article 2(2)(a)(i) to (viii) of the Waste Incineration Directive, but excluding the waste mentioned in sub-paragraph (iv) (radioactive waste) of that Article.
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste stored prior to incineration does not exceed 5 tonnes at any one time; and
b
the operation is carried on by the person who produced the waste.
4
The requirements in this sub-paragraph are—
a
the incinerator has a capacity of less than 50kg per hour and a net rated thermal input of less than 0.4 megawatts; and
b
where it is used together with other incinerators (whether or not it is operated simultaneously with such other incinerators), the aggregate net rated thermal input of all the incinerators is less than 0.4 megawatts.
Burning waste in the openD7
1
The burning of relevant waste on open land.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020103, 020107, 200201
Plant tissue
030105
Sawdust, shavings and cuttings from untreated wood only
030301
Waste bark and wood
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste burned over any period of 24 hours does not exceed 10 tonnes;
b
the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed 20 tonnes; and
c
no waste is stored for longer than 6 months.
Burning waste at a port under a Plant Health noticeD8
1
The burning of relevant waste at a port.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
020103, 020107,
020304, 200201
Plant tissue only
150103, 200138
Wood used to wedge or support parts of cargo, including packing material, spacers and pallets only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste burned or stored over any period of 24 hours does not exceed 10 tonnes;
b
the burning and storage of waste takes place in a secure place at the port where the waste was unloaded; and
c
the burning is required under a Plant Health notice.
4
In this paragraph, “port” means a port appointed by order made under section 19 of the Customs and Excise Management Act 1979 M28.
CHAPTER 4Storage of waste other than at the place of production pending its recovery or reuse
Introductory1
The descriptions in this Chapter are set out in the first sub-paragraph of the paragraphs numbered S1 to S3.
2
The specific conditions for each of the descriptions in this Chapter are set out in the third sub-paragraph of the paragraphs numbered S1 to S3.
3
The general conditions for all descriptions in this Chapter are that the storage is carried on —
a
at a place other than the place of production, and
b
pending the recovery of the waste.
Storage of waste in secure containersS1
1
The storage of relevant waste at a place in a secure container or containers for the purposes of its recovery elsewhere.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph and the storage limits referred to in sub-paragraph (3) is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
Storage limit (at any one time)
130109* to 130113*
130204* to 130208*
130401* to 130403*
130701*
Waste oils
400 cubic metres
150101, 200101
Cartons
400 cubic metres
150102, 200139
Plastics and plastic packaging
400 cubic metres
150104, 200140
Cans and foil only
400 cubic metres
150101, 200101
Paper and cardboard
400 cubic metres
150107, 200102
Glass
400 cubic metres
150109, 200110,
200211
Textiles and clothes
400 cubic metres
150202*
Absorbents, filter materials (including oil filters not otherwise specified) wiping cloths, protective clothing contaminated by dangerous substances
3 cubic metres
150203
Absorbents, filter materials, wiping cloths and protective clothing other than those mentioned in 150202
3 cubic metres
160107*
Oil filters
3 cubic metres
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed the limit specified in the third column in the table in sub-paragraph (2);
b
the total quantity of storage containers at the storage place at any one time does not exceed 20;
c
no waste is stored for longer than 12 months;
d
the person storing the waste is the owner of the container or containers or has the consent of the owner; and
e
in respect of any waste oils and waste to which code 160107* applies (oil filters), the waste is stored with secondary containment.
Storage of waste in a secure placeS2
1
The storage of relevant waste in a secure place for the purposes of its recovery elsewhere.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph and the quantity limits referred to in sub-paragraph (3) is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
Storage limit (at any one time)
Period
Additional specific conditions
161002
Aqueous paint related waste only
1,000 litres
6 months
A, C
160601*, 160602*,
160603*, 160604,
160605, 200133,
200134
Batteries
10 tonnes
6 months
A, B
150104, 200140
Cans and foil only
500 tonnes
12 months
140601*
CFCs, HCFCs and HFCs
18 tonnes
6 months
A, C
170201, 170101, 170103,
170107,
170202, 170203, 170401 to 170407, 170504, 170604, 170802
Construction and demolition waste capable of being used in its existing state (non hazardous) only
100 tonnes
12 months
200125
Edible oil and fat only
5,000 tonnes
12 months
A, C
100207*
Electric arc furnace dust only
2,500 tonnes
3 months
D, E, F
020104
Farm plastics (non packaging) only
500 tonnes
12 months
D
070213, 150101, 150102, 150105,
200139
Food and drink cartons only
500 tonnes
12 months
101112, 150107, 160120, 170202, 191205, 200102
Glass
5,000 tonnes
12 months
B
020102
Mammalian protein only
60,000 tonnes
12 months
D
020202
Mammalian tallow only
45,000 tonnes
12 months
D
200307
Mattresses only
5 tonnes
3 months
D
010408, 191209
Marble chips only
5,000 tonnes
12 months
020304
Olive pulp/pellet only
5,000 tonnes
3 months
B, C, E
200127*, 200128, 080111*, 080112
Paints (excluding specialist and industrial paints, wood preservatives, aerosol and spray paints, inks, adhesives and resins) pending reuse as paints only
10,000 litres
6 months
A, C
150101, 191201, 200101, 030308, 030307
Paper and cardboard (excluding food and drink cartons) only
15,000
12 months
J, K
090107, 090108
Photographic films and papers
50 tonnes
12 months
J
070213, 120105, 150102, 160119, 191204, 200139
Plastic
500 tonnes
12 months
100101
Poultry litter ash only
3,000 tonnes
12 months
D, E
080318, 150102,
160216, 200139
Printer cartridges only
5,000 units
6 months
D
170301*, 170302, 170504
Road planings, waste road chippings, road sub-base only
500 tonnes
12 months
020110, 160117, 160118, 191203, 170401, 170402, 170403, 170404, 170405, 170406, 170407, 191202, 170411
Scrap metal
15,000 tonnes
6 months
B, E
090110, 090111*, 090112
Single use cameras
400 cubic metres
6 months
020401, 020399
Soils from cleaning fruit and vegetables only
100 tonnes
6 months
100316, 100405*, 100504, 100511, 100604, 100811, 100899
Solder metal, skimmings, ashes and residues
100 tonnes
3 months
G
140602*, 140603*, 200113*
Solvents and solvent mixtures
5 cubic metres
6 months
A, C
100101, 101002, 100105, 100115
Synthetic gypsum and pulverised fuel ash only
2,500 tonnes
3 months
D, E, F
040222, 150109, 191208, 200110, 200111
Textiles and clothes
1,000 tonnes
12 months
160103, 191204
Tyres, tyre chip and crumb
40 tonnes
3 months
H
110113*, 120301*, 160708*
Waste cleaning solution containing 2% sodium metasilicate and 1-2% waste oil only
3 tonnes
3 months
A, C
160211*,
160213*, 160214, 160216, 200121*, 200123*, 200135*, 200136
WEEE
400 cubic metres
6months
I
030301, 150102,
150103, 200138
Wine bottle corks only
500 tonnes
12 months
030105, 170201, 170204*,
191206*, 191207, 200137*, 200138
Wood including telegraph poles and railway sleepers (hazardous and non hazardous)
100 tonnes
12 months
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed the limit specified in the third column of the table in sub-paragraph (2);
b
no waste is stored for longer than the period specified in the fourth column of the table;
c
each type of waste is stored separately; and
d
the operation complies with such of the following additional conditions as are specified in the fifth column of the table—
A
the waste is stored in a container,
B
the storage place has sealed drainage,
C
the waste is stored with secondary containment,
D
the waste is stored indoors,
E
the waste is stored at a dock prior to being exported or after being imported,
F
the waste must arrive at the storage place in bags and must be stored there in bags or in drums,
G
the waste is stored in bags or in drums,
H
the total quantity of waste stored together does not exceed 10 tonnes,
I
the requirements in paragraph 1 of Annex III to the WEEE Directive must be complied with,
J
the waste is stored in a baled form, in a container or indoors,
K
within the quantity limit specified in the third column of the table and notwithstanding additional specific condition J, up to 1,000 tonnes may be stored outdoors so long as it is stored in an enclosure designed and maintained to prevent the escape of litter.
Storage of sludgeS3
1
The storage of relevant waste.
2
The table specifying relevant waste for the purposes of this paragraph is set out below.
Codes
Waste types
190805
Residual sludge from sewage plants treating domestic or urban waste waters and from other sewage plants treating waste waters of a composition similar to domestic and urban waste waters only
200304
Residual sludge from septic tanks and other similar installations for the treatment of sewage only
3
For the purposes of this paragraph, the specific conditions are that—
a
the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed 1,250 tonnes;
b
no waste is stored for longer than 12 months;
c
the waste is stored in a secure location at the place where it is to be used;
d
the waste is stored at least—
i
10 metres from any watercourse,
ii
50 metres from any spring or well, or from any borehole not used to supply water for domestic or food production purposes,
iii
250 metres from any borehole used to supply water for domestic or food production purposes;
e
no waste is stored—
i
within a zone defined by a 50 day travel time for groundwater to reach a groundwater abstraction that is used to supply water for domestic or food production purposes,
ii
within 0.3 metres of the top of an open storage container or within 0.75 metres of the top of an earthbank tank or lagoon; and
f
after storage, the waste is to be used in accordance with the Sludge (Use in Agriculture) Regulations 1989 M29.
SCHEDULE 3ADescriptions and conditions: other waste operations to which section 33(1)(a) of the 1990 Act does not apply
PART 1General and interpretation
General and interpretation1
1
The descriptions in Part 2 of this Schedule are set out in the first sub-paragraph of each paragraph in that Part.
2
The conditions for each description in Part 2 are set out in the second sub-paragraph of each paragraph in that Part.
3
In this Schedule—
“collection” has the meaning given in Article 1(1)(g) of the Waste Framework Directive;
“collection point” means a place that is used for the collection of waste by an establishment or undertaking where the establishment or undertaking does not—
- a
receive payment for collecting the waste; or
- b
collect waste as its main business activity;
“place of production” has the meaning given in paragraph 1(1) of Part 1 of Schedule 3.
4
When interpreting this Schedule, a container, lagoon or other place is secure in relation to waste kept in it if—
a
all reasonable precautions are taken to ensure that the waste cannot escape from it; and
b
members of the public are unable to gain access to the waste.
PART 2Other waste operations to which section 33(1)(a) of the 1990 Act does not apply: descriptions and conditions
Temporary storage at the place of production1
1
The temporary storage of any waste at the place of production, pending its collection.
2
For the purposes of this paragraph, the conditions are—
a
no waste is stored for longer than 12 months; and
b
the waste is stored in a secure place.
Temporary storage of waste at a place controlled by the producer2
1
The temporary storage of any waste, pending its collection, at a place controlled by the producer of the waste.
2
For the purposes of this paragraph, the conditions are—
a
the producer has control over the waste and the storage place;
b
the waste does not contain or consist of—
i
unbonded asbestos, or
ii
any substance with a flash point of less than 21 degrees Celsius;
c
the operation is not carried on in the course of providing a waste management service to another person;
d
the waste is stored in a secure place;
e
where more than one type of waste is stored, the types are not mixed;
f
no waste is stored for longer than 3 months;
g
in relation to non-liquid waste, the total quantity stored at any one time does not exceed 50 cubic metres; and
h
in relation to liquid waste—
i
the total quantity stored at any one time does not exceed 1,000 litres,
ii
the waste is stored in a container with secondary containment.
Temporary storage at a collection point3
1
The temporary storage of waste at a collection point for the purposes of recovering or disposing of the waste elsewhere.
2
For the purposes of this paragraph, the conditions are that—
a
the waste does not contain or consist of—
i
asbestos,
ii
any substance with a flash point of less than 21 degrees Celsius;
b
the waste is stored in a secure container;
c
where more than one type of waste is stored, the types are not mixed;
d
in relation to WEEE, the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed 30 cubic metres;
e
in relation to non-hazardous waste that —
i
is not WEEE, and
ii
is to be recovered elsewhere,
the total quantity of waste stored any one time does not exceed 50 cubic metres; and
f
in relation to waste not covered by paragraph (d) or (e), the total quantity of waste stored at any one time does not exceed 5 cubic metres.
Regulations revoked (except regs. 1, 13-15) (6.4.2010 immediately after S.I. 2009/3381 comes into force) by The Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2010 (S.I. 2010/675), reg. 1(1)(b), Sch. 27 (with regs. 1(2), 108(2)-(4))