CIWM INVITES YOU TO TAKE PART IN IT’S HEALTH & SAFETY INITIATIVE
CIWM are pleased to announce that they have awarded the contract for the work on their H&S Initiative to Entec UK Ltd. CIWM (EB) shall be managing the project, with funding from Defra.
The scoping study will define the extent of the health and safety awareness and competence needed in the sector, establish what currently exists and identify the gaps and how they might be filled. In order to do this effectively CIWM needs your help and commitment. If you are willing to be a part of this important piece of work please contact: tracy.moffatt@ciwm.co.uk
For further more in depth information click here www.ciwm.co.uk/mediastore/FILES/14506.doc
NORTHERN IRELAND INTERIM GUIDENCE ON LANDFILL CLOSURE: CAPPING AND RESTORATION
The Environmental and Heritage Service have released Interim Guidance on Landfill Closure: Capping and Restoration for EHS staff and operators. The procedures may be applied to both existing and new landfill sites. The guidance document sets out a brief overview of the main aspects to be considered when establishing the capping standards at landfill sites. For more information see www.ehsni.gov.uk/interim_guidance_on_landfill_closure_capping_and_r.pdf
DEFRA STAKEHOLDER EVENT ON PORTABLE BATTERIES
Defra have held their third stakeholder event on portable batteries, at the event two policy papers were presented. One was on battery treatment/processing and evidence of compliance (PP/07/03) and the second paper on a possible batteries system overview (PP/07/04). Defra are now providing stakeholders with the opportunity to comment on these papers. Please go to http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/waste/topics/batteries/index.htm
NORTHERN IRELAND SURVEY ON COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL WASTE ARISING 2004/05
A survey has been published by the Environmental and Heritage Service on the Commercial and Industrial Waste Arising in 2004 to 2005 in Northern Ireland. Some of the key results include of the total waste produced it is estimated approximately 45% is from industry, Belfast City Council area produced the largest quantity of commercial and industrial waste, mixed Waste was determined to be the largest component of commercial and industrial waste. To view the survey see www.ehsni.gov.uk/cijustreport.pdf
FREE PLACES AVAILABLE AT CIWM PROFESSIONAL AWARDS EVENT
This year the highly regarded CIWM Professional Awards Ceremony has moved to JCB. This will be a wonderful FREE event showcasing the excellent work completed by CIWM members of all classes and ages, and a chance to hear what the 2007 winners have planned. JCB will be providing a site tour of their unique facilities in the morning which will be followed by a buffet lunch then conferral of the awards in the afternoon. Register online at www.ciwm.co.uk/awards
NEW QUALITY ASSURANCE DOCUMENTS SET TYRE RECYCLING STANDARDS
Wrap have realised two Publicly Available Specifications (PAS) documents, the BSI PAS 107: Specification for the manufacture and storage of size reduced tyre materials and BSI PAS 108: Specification for production of tyre bales for use in construction. These documents were created in conjunction with the British Standards Institute (BSI), they provide guidance to the measures and procedures needed to produce recycled material to a consistent grade and quality. Please see www.wrap.org.uk/construction/tyres/tyres.html
CIWM REPRESENTATIVES ON OTHER BODIES
The General Council of the Institution annually reviews the list of representatives nominated to other bodies. While many representatives are able to continue to represent the Institution during the following 2007/8 year that is not to say that the opportunity for other members to volunteer is not welcomed. The following link will take you to the most up to date list of representatives due to be put forward for approval at the June conference. If you wish to be considered for nomination for any of these positions please email sue.robinson@ciwm by the 31st May 2007. Please also contact Sue if you are aware of any omissions from the list. To view the list please go to www.ciwm.co.uk/mediastore/FILES/14559.doc
DEFRA: 2007 CRITICAL YEAR FOR THE ENVIRONEMNT
Environment Secretary David Miliband has highlighted environmental achievements and challenges for the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs in his Department’s Annual Report. Mr Miliband states that, 2007 is a critical year for the environment if they are to mobilise action among individuals, business and governments across the world. He believe’s Defra is well placed to play a leading role in addressing one of most daunting challenges facing the planet. See link www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/deprep/2007/index.htm
FLYCAPTURE ENFORCEMENT TRAINING PROGRAMME
The FlyCapture Training Programme is a national training programme developed by Defra, the Environment Agency and the Welsh Assembly Government designed for local authority enforcement staff and lawyers. The delivery of the programme is being co-ordinated by Encams and CIWM. For further details and dates please visit www.encams.org/training/flycapture
CIWM CENTRE EVENTS
SCOTLAND CENTRE NGG SITE VISITS
Dundee Energy Recycling Ltd and waste processing plant, Dundee on 24th May 2007. Click here for further details www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/161or contact Jenny Grant jenny@wamcal.co.uk
NORTH EAST CENTRE FOOD FOR THOUGHT WASTE SEMINAR
Will take place on Friday 25 May at Millshaw Leeds, the seminar will examine the current waste practices, explore latest technology advances, and identify opportunities for industries and
Local Authorities to work collaboratively in achieving cost reductions and revenue gains. Click here for details www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958129
EAST ANGLIA CENTRE – OPEN MEETING
Takes place on Friday 1st June at Schmidt UK Ltd, Peterborough. The topic for the meeting is ‘Clean Neighbourhoods Act – A Clean Sweep?’, with speakers from Encams and Local Authorities. Schmidt UK will also give a short presentation followed by practical demonstrations of their street-cleansing equipment. Please visit http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958131 for further information and bookings.
NORTH WEST CENTRE NGG SITE VISIT
To Bolton Thermal Recovery Facility on Thursday 28th June 2007. Click here for further details http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pma/1350 or contact Lindsay Reed 07753 971611 lindsay.reed@mouchelparkman.com
EAST ANGLIA CENTRE – FOOD WASTE EVENT & SITE VISIT
Make a note in your diaries that 3rd July is the great East Anglia food waste day, to be held at HotRot Composting Systems, Brandon. Morning speakers include WRAP, Bekon and HotRot, with parallel afternoon workshops including NISP, Renewables East and technology providers with Local Authorities and LATS specialists. There will also be a mini – exhibition and lunch and networking opportunities. Booking is now available on www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958075 or contact clair.thomas@ciwm.co.uk for further information.
LONDON & SOUTHERN COUNTIES – THE GREAT WASTE CRUISE
Due to the fact that tickets quickly sold out the centre has managed to secure the larger Silver Sturgeon therefore more tickets are available!!! The event will take place on Friday 6th July 2007 from Savoy Pier, Charing Cross!!! For further details click here http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958022 or contact Mike Bland 07772 621744 mike.bland@ciwm.co.uk
CIWM CYMRU WALES – GOLF DAY
Will take place Thursday 6th September 2007 at Parc Golf Club, Coedkernew, Newport. Click here for details http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958122 or contact Celine Anouilh 02920 210710 celine.anouilh@ciwm.co.uk
LONDON & SOUTHERN COUNTIES – STUDY TOUR
Wednesday 26 September 2007. In conjunction with ISWA a study tour has been arranged to include part of the 2007 ISWA Conference in Amsterdam click here for details http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958053
CIWM EVENTS
CHECK MATE? WASTE STRATEGY SEMINAR
Monday 25 June 2007 at Hamilton House, London. For further details see www.ciwm.co.uk/listings or e-mail the events department on events@ciwm.co.uk Tel. 01604 620426
ARE WEEE SORTED?
Monday 9 July 2007 at The Crown Plaza Hotel, Birmingham. For further details see www.ciwm.co.uk/listings or e-mail the events department on events@ciwm.co.uk. Tel. 01604 620426
THERMAL TREATMENTS- SATISFYING DIVERSION TARGETS AND PUBLIC PERCEPTION
Monday 17 September 2007 at Hamilton House, London. For further details see www.ciwm.co.uk/listings or e-mail the events department on events@ciwm.co.uk Tel. 01604 620426
CIWM APPROVED EVENTS
For external events Approved by CIWM for CPD or SET purposes see: www.ciwm.co.uk/accredited_events
ISWA EVENTS
Link to ISWA’s events page www.iswa.org/index.php?option=com_conference&Itemid=176
CIWM & ESA TRAINING
22-24 May ~ Practical Waste Management (Daventry)
30 May ~ Introduction to Waste Legislation (Sheffield)
** All of the above courses are held in Northampton unless stated.**
For further information on the above training courses or any of the courses within our Training Programme, please visit our web site on www.ciwm.co.uk You can also email us at training@ciwm.co.uk or call the Training Services Department on 01604 620426.
WASTE AWARENESS CERTIFICATE
Courses are run throughout the year, across the country. For course details and for a list of Registered Centres please visit our website www.wasteawareness.org or contact the Training Services Department on 01604 620426.
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