Waste Legislation Essentials (eLearning)
Gain the knowledge and confidence to navigate UK waste legislation
Understanding waste legislation is essential to operating safely, legally, and responsibly in the waste and resources sector. However, navigating the regulatory landscape and applying legal requirements in practice can be complex without the right knowledge and guidance.
This comprehensive 3-hour e-learning course provides a clear, practical overview of the UK’s core waste legislation, from Duty of Care through to hazardous waste controls. You’ll learn how key regulations apply to your role and how to ensure compliance in day-to-day operations.
Developed with input from industry professionals, regulatory experts, and experienced trainers, this course delivers accurate, up-to-date insights you can apply immediately to support compliant and effective waste management.
Course Details
Format: eLearning
Duration: 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
UK waste legislation landscape
Develop a clear understanding of the scope and structure of UK waste legislation and how it applies across the sector.
Defining waste in practice
Understand the key legal definitions of waste and the challenges these can present in real-world scenarios.
Permitting and licensing
Learn how waste treatment, recovery, and disposal activities are regulated, including the permitting and licensing process.
Waste exemptions
Gain an introduction to waste exemptions and when they can be applied.
Duty of Care compliance
Understand how to meet Duty of Care requirements and apply related controls in day-to-day operations.
Hazardous waste controls
Build knowledge of the essential requirements for identifying and managing hazardous waste safely and compliantly.
Specific waste regulations
Explore key regulatory controls that apply to specific waste streams and activities.
Future regulatory developments
Gain insight into emerging regulations, including Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Deposit Return Schemes (DRS).
This course is suitable for anyone who needs to understand and apply UK waste legislation in their role.
It is particularly relevant for:
- Staff working at waste sites, particularly in managerial, environmental, or regulatory roles
- Professionals in other sectors with waste management responsibilities
- Consultants and technical advisers supporting the waste and resources industry
Whether you are managing operations, ensuring compliance, or advising others, this course will provide the knowledge and confidence to navigate waste legislation effectively.
Course Structure
This course is an interactive eLearning course.
This course covers:
- UK waste legislation: The structure and scope of waste laws across the sector
- Defining waste: Key legal definitions and practical challenges
- Permitting and licensing: How waste activities are regulated
- Waste exemptions: When exemptions apply and how to use them
- Duty of Care: Core compliance responsibilities in daily operations
- Hazardous waste controls: Essential requirements for safe management
- Specific waste regulations: Rules for particular waste streams
- Future developments: Upcoming changes such as EPR and DRS
- Further guidance: Additional resources and learning opportunities
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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 3 CPD
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