A common theme however is the statutory duty of care which applies to anyone who produces, stores, or transports waste to keep it safe and make sure that anyone who carries waste is authorised to take it and can transport, recycle or dispose of it safely.
Businesses and the self-employed engaged in construction and the building trades need to achieve good standards for materials and resource efficiency including waste reduction, re-use or recycling of materials, and the appropriate disposal of residual waste.
In addition to environmental benefits and compliance, effective site waste management also positively impacts health and safety and fire safety.
Arrangements need to comply with legal duties but should otherwise be proportionate to the size and scope of the project.