Waste Classification and WAC Testing
It is a legal requirement to ensure that any waste materials are disposed of in accordance with current legislation.
Before waste materials are removed from a site they must be assigned with the appropriate List of Wastes (LoW) code, which must be recorded on the relevant waste transfer documents. We can determine the correct LOW code which, depending on the type of material being classified, may or may not require laboratory testing.
In order to dispose of materials at landfill, in addition to the correct LOW code the landfill operator will frequently require the results of Waste Acceptance Criteria (WAC) tests prior to them accepting material into their facilities. We can also undertake WAC testing where required.
The classification of waste materials can have a significant cost implication on developments, particularly where large volumes of soils are to be disposed of. Our experience and advice have helped many of our clients to minimise their disposal costs. Addressing uncertainties surrounding waste classification as part of the ground investigation can help to mitigate pricing uncertainty during the later stages of projects.
