Introduction to Waste Carrier, Broker and Dealer (CBD)

Build the knowledge and confidence to understand changes to CBD regulation

The waste carrier, broker, and dealer (CBD) registration system plays a key role in ensuring waste is handled responsibly and compliantly. Proposed changes in England aim to strengthen regulation, improve transparency, and bring CBD activities more closely in line with environmental permitting requirements.

This short, interactive course provides a clear introduction to these changes and what they mean in practice. In just 15 minutes, you’ll explore how the system is evolving, the benefits of reform, and how organisations can prepare for new expectations.

Designed for accessible, real-world learning, the course equips you with the knowledge to understand regulatory developments and their impact across the waste sector.

Course Details

Format: Microlearning

Duration: 15 minutes

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: £0.00

Non-member price: £12.36 (plus VAT)



About this course

This course introduces proposed reforms to the waste carrier, broker, and dealer registration system in England and explores how these changes align with wider environmental permitting approaches. It provides a practical overview of regulatory updates and their implications for organisations and individuals.

Understanding the current system
Develop a clear understanding of the existing CBD registration system and the challenges it presents.

Changes to roles and regulation
Learn how roles are evolving and how the new system will affect responsibilities.

The move to permitting
Understand the introduction of a permitting-based approach and its benefits.

Exemptions and compliance
Gain insight into exemptions and how they apply under the updated system.

Demonstrating competence
Learn how technical competence will be assessed for permitted CBD activities.

This course is suitable for anyone looking to understand changes to the CBD system and their impact on the sector.

It is particularly relevant for:

  • Staff at all levels across waste and resource organisations
  • CIWM members
  • Students and learners developing sector knowledge
  • Professionals involved in waste transport, brokerage, or compliance

Whether you are directly involved in CBD activities or building your understanding of regulatory change, this course provides a clear and practical introduction.

Course Structure

This course is a short, interactive microlearning module.

This course covers:

  • Understanding the current system: Key issues and limitations
  • Regulatory changes: New roles and the move to permitting
  • Compliance and exemptions: How requirements are evolving
  • Demonstrating competence: Meeting expectations under the new system



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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 0.25 CPD

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