Environmental Awareness: Waste Transfer Stations and Similar Facilities
Build the knowledge and confidence to manage environmental risks at waste sites
Waste transfer stations and similar facilities play a critical role in managing materials safely and efficiently. However, operating these sites requires a strong understanding of environmental regulations and the practical steps needed to minimise risks and prevent pollution.
This comprehensive eLearning course provides a practical, real-world understanding of environmental compliance for waste facilities in England and Wales. You’ll explore key legislation, understand your responsibilities, and learn how to identify and manage environmental risks across site activities.
Designed with input from industry experts, regulatory experts, and training professionals, the course equips you with the knowledge to operate compliantly, reduce environmental impact, and respond effectively when issues arise.
Course Details
Format: eLearning
Duration: 2-3 hours
Entry requirements: None. However, you will need an individual email address. If purchasing multiple licences, send candidates' names and email addresses to training@ciwm.co.uk.
CIWM member price: £118.45 (plus VAT)
Non-member price: £147.29 (plus VAT)
About this course
Environmental impacts of waste operations
Develop an understanding of global and local environmental impacts associated with waste facilities.
Identifying environmental risks
Learn how to recognise risks linked to site activities and operations.
Environmental risk assessment
Understand the principles of Environmental Risk Assessment and how to apply them.
Legislation and duties
Build knowledge of key waste legislation and your legal responsibilities.
Environmental permits and compliance
Understand permit requirements and how to meet regulatory expectations.
Environmental management systems
Gain insight into the components of effective Environmental Management Systems.
Audits and inspections
Learn what to expect during environmental audits and how to prepare.
Managing environmental risks in practice
Develop practical approaches to managing risks such as noise, pests, odour, accidents, and pollution.
This course is suitable for anyone involved in operating or managing waste facilities.
It is particularly relevant for:
- Supervisors and team leaders at waste sites
- Site-based staff and operatives
- Employees working at waste transfer stations and similar facilities
- Environmental and compliance professionals
- Managers responsible for waste site operations
- Technically Competent Managers (TCMs)
Whether you are working on-site or managing operations, this course will help you understand your responsibilities and minimise environmental risks effectively.
Course Structure
This is an interactive, eLearning course.
This course covers:
- Environmental impacts and risks: Understanding the effects of waste operations
- Regulatory requirements: Key legislation, duties, and permits
- Risk assessment and management: Identifying and controlling environmental risks
- Environmental management systems: Structuring compliant operations
- Audits and response: Preparing for inspections and responding to incidents
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Active CIWM members are eligible for a discount on this course. Your discount will be applied automatically at checkout when you are logged in and book using your CIWM member details.
eLearning available 2 CPD
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