WasteSmart Certificate
Lead the way to a world beyond waste
Reducing waste and maximising resource value is essential to improving environmental performance and driving efficiency. However, turning ambition into action requires the right knowledge, tools, and practical understanding.
This engaging 4-hour eLearning course provides a comprehensive introduction to smarter, more sustainable waste management. Through interactive content, real-world case studies, and scenario-based activities, you’ll learn how to prioritise reuse and recycling, unlock the value of resources, and reduce reliance on disposal and incineration.
Designed for real-world impact, the course also equips you to meet legal requirements with confidence while improving performance and reducing costs across your organisation.
Developed with input from industry experts, regulator experts, and experienced trainers, WasteSmart delivers practical, up-to-date guidance you can apply immediately to drive meaningful change.
Course Details
Format: eLearning
Duration: 4 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
Preventing waste at source
Understand how to reduce waste arising from workplace activities and embed more sustainable practices.
Responsible waste management
Learn how to manage waste safely, efficiently, and in line with best practice.
Improving resource use
Develop the knowledge to contribute to better resource management across your organisation.
Why waste management matters
Gain insight into the environmental, operational, and financial importance of improving waste and resource management.
Regulations and responsibilities
Build a clear understanding of key legal requirements and your responsibilities when managing waste.
Reducing workplace waste
Learn practical approaches to cutting waste and improving efficiency in day-to-day operations.
Identifying opportunities for improvement
Develop the skills to spot inefficiencies and implement improvements within your workplace.
This course is suitable for anyone looking to improve waste management practices and drive more sustainable resource use within their organisation.
It is particularly relevant for:
- Staff at all levels across an organisation
- Team leaders, supervisors, and operational managers
- Environmental and sustainability professionals
- Facilities and workplace managers
- Consultants and technical advisers supporting the waste sector or waste-producing organisations
Whether you are responsible for day-to-day waste handling, improving performance, or advising on best practice, this course will provide the practical knowledge and confidence to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and support more sustainable operations.
Course Structure
This course is an interactive eLearning course.
This course covers:
- Preventing waste: Reducing waste at source in workplace activities
- Managing waste: Applying responsible handling and management practices
- Improving resource use: Supporting better use of materials across operations
- Why it matters: Understanding the benefits of effective waste management
- Compliance: Key regulations and responsibilities
- Driving improvement: Reducing waste and identifying opportunities for change
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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 4 CPD
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