Commercial Wastewater and Sewage Disposal
If you have any commercial wastewater or sewage that needs disposal, it is essential to handle it correctly. Examples of commercial wastewater include rainwater, dairy washings, leachate, and brewery waste.
All commercial wastewater and sewage must be treated at a designated plant to remove toxins. Given its liquid nature, commercial wastewater can only be transported in tanker lorries, which varies in capacity from 700 gallons to 6,000 gallons.
Legal Obligations for Site Owners Requiring Wastewater Removal
If you require commercial wastewater to be removed from your site, you must adhere to several legal obligations to ensure compliance with environmental and public health regulations. Firstly, you must engage licensed waste carriers who are authorised to handle and transport wastewater to appropriate treatment facilities.
You are also responsible for maintaining accurate records of all waste movements, including the quantities of wastewater removed, the dates of collection, and the details of the licensed waste carriers. Additionally, you must ensure that the wastewater is stored securely on-site to prevent leaks or contamination before collection.
You must also comply with regulations regarding wastewater treatment and disposal, ensuring that no untreated wastewater is discharged into the environment. Regular inspections and audits may be required to verify compliance with these regulations. Failure to meet these legal obligations can result in significant fines, legal action, and damage to your reputation.
Why Use a Wastewater Collection Service?
Using a commercial wastewater collection service ensures that your waste is handled by experts. These companies will send suitably sized tankers to collect the waste and take it to a treatment plant for compliant disposal. Additionally, with climate change increasing storms and heavy rainfall, having a service in place prevents flooding and the buildup of commercial wastewater on your site.
Case Study: Wastewater Collection at Building Site
A recent project involved a national house builder, Wain Homes, constructing 30 houses on a construction site near Chippenham. Due to unfinished storm and house drains, all commercial wastewater on-site needed collection and treatment offsite. Wain Homes reached out to Andersons Waste Management for commercial wastewater collection solutions.
Commercial Wastewater Collection Solution Provided
The details and samples of the commercial wastewater were analysed. A 3,000-gallon tanker was arranged to visit the site twice a week. During heavy rainfall, additional visits ensured no overflow of wastewater. The collected wastewater was taken to a local treatment plant, treated, and purified before being released back into the watercourse.
Outcome
The site remained compliant with regulations, and the rivers, streams, and wildlife were protected from wastewater contamination.
Contact Us
Andersons waste water and sewage drainage services can manage the transport and disposal of your commercial wastewater and sewage in a cost-effective, compliant, and efficient manner. We operate throughout Bristol, Swindon, Newport, Cardiff, expanding throughout the South West, please call us at 01454 222888 to discuss your commercial wastewater solutions.
