The Waste Transfer Note is a document that contains the details regarding the transfer of waste from the household to WasteConcern and must cover every load of waste that is transferred. This is to help us have a clear audit trail from where the waste originates until it is processed. It is also required that you keep your waste transfer notes for at least two years to avoid any fines in case they are requested by the Environment Agency or local authority.
At WasteConcern, we have produced our own version of the Waste Transfer Note which is accepted by all concerned parties and authorities. It needs to be signed by both the household that is handing the waste over, and the person that is receiving it, as well as containing information about the contents of the waste in order for it to be handled with safety and disposed of appropriately. This is to avoid any mismanagement which could result in fines or prosecution.
It is not the responsibility of the waste carrier or contractor to describe the waste that you are having picked up. As the producer, you must be able to describe your waste specifically and accurately to prevent any ramifications from local authorities or environmental bodies. Typically, the waste transfer note will contain the following details:
