How Long can Waste be left on a Construction Site?

September 1, 2025

Waste management is a critical part of overseeing a construction site.  Not only is proper waste management key to keeping your operations well-organised, but it is also a core component of health and safety, and legal compliance.  Below, our waste management experts have shared their guidance for managing waste on a construction site or demolition site, including the length of time that waste can legally be left on your site.    Waste management best practices  The regulations and guidance outlined by HSE all stress the importance of maintaining good order and management of waste. This is key to minimising the risk…

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The Growing Problem of Fly Tipping and its Effect on the Environment

May 4, 2022

Fly tipping is a major problem, which affects councils, local people and areas of wildlife across the UK. Beyond simply being an absolute eyesore, fly tipping is a major problem. If spotted, it’s an issue that needs to be dealt with urgently and completely. Otherwise, it will have a highly destructive impact on the surrounding area for many, many years to come. In order to help you identify and tackle fly tipping, here at EnviroCraft, we have provided this complete guide to the growing problem of fly tipping and its effect on the environment. See our other guides for Home Waste,…

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Site Clearance: Van Sizes and Capacity

February 14, 2017

When you have work carried out on your premises, it is absolutely essential to clear the site well in advance of the job itself. Failure to do so could impede the timely completion of the work, and therefore cost you money in the long run! Knowing the ins and outs of site clearance, including the size and capacity of a variety of vans, is a great way to ensure that your on-site productivity always remains sky high. See below for more details.  

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