Frequently asked questions

Do I need to treat hazardous or clinical waste differently?

Yes, you'll need to enlist a specialist waste company to safely collect, transport and dispose of hazardous or clinical waste.

Common hazardous waste types that are unsuitable for general disposal or recycling include:

  • asbestos
  • batteries
  • cooking oils, fats and greases
  • electrical appliances
  • fluorescent light tubes
  • fridges, freezers and air-conditioning units
  • gas bottles and canisters
  • hazardous or toxic waste
  • liquids
  • medical waste
  • mercury
  • oil, fuel and other automotive fluids
  • paints (including residues inside paint cans) and solvents
  • plasterboard
  • roofing felt containing bitumen

  • tyres

  • vapes

  • persistent organic compounds (POPs)