Northern Ireland's waste management regulations – Transfer Notes

1. Waste transfer note requirements.

2. Basics of Waste Transfer Notes:

Waste transfer notes are vital for documenting the transfer of non-hazardous waste between parties
or sites.

These notes uphold the "duty of care" principle for controlled waste management.

The notes also establish a traceable record of waste movement, contributing to better waste disposal
practices.

The Northern Ireland Environment Agency regulates waste transfer notes to ensure proper waste
management.

3. Non-Hazardous Waste:

Non-hazardous waste doesn't pose direct harm to people or the environment.

Examples of non-hazardous waste include paper, wood, and plastics.

4. Requirements on a Waste Transfer Note:

A comprehensive waste transfer note must encompass various essential details:

 Clear description of the waste being transferred.

 Explanation of processes the waste has undergone.
 Information on how the waste is packaged or contained.
 Exact quantity of the waste (measured in weight).
 Specific details of the transfer, including location and date.
 Authorization information of both parties involved in the transfer.
 European Waste Catalogue (EWC) code for accurate waste classification.
 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code of the producer's business.
 Declaration confirming the application of the waste hierarchy.

5. Waste Hierarchy:

The waste hierarchy outlines a five-step approach to waste management, ranked by environmental
impact:

1. Prevention

2. Preparing for reuse

3. Recycling

4. Energy recovery
5. Disposal

Adhering to this hierarchy is a regulatory requirement and influences waste the management
decisions of your business.

6. Sections of a Waste Transfer Note:

A Northern Ireland Environment Agency waste transfer note should include:

 Waste description
 Producer details
 Transferee details
 Waste hierarchy declaration
 Transfer specifics
 Signatures of both parties
 Pre-treatment declaration for landfill-bound waste.

7. Annual Transfer Notes:

Annual transfer notes function like season tickets for frequent transfers of the same type of non-
hazardous waste.

These notes can cover a year and simplify the documentation process for regular waste transfers.

Proper records of collection times and quantities are necessary for compliance.

8. Summary:

Utilizing registered waste carriers and verifying disposal sites are key obligations.

Accurate records and retention of waste transfer notes for at least two years are crucial aspects of
waste management compliance.