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A load of general waste leaves your site with a registered waste carrier. A waste transfer note is filled in and signed.

How long must the note be kept?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. 2 weeks
  2. B. Until the skip is emptied
  3. C. It doesn't need keeping once it is signed
  4. D. 2 years
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Answer: D

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. That is far too short. The note shows where the waste went if questions are asked later.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. The note must be kept for 2 years after the waste leaves.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Both businesses must keep a copy and show it if asked.
  • D. Right: Right. GOV.UK says keep a paper or electronic copy of the waste transfer note for 2 years.

Explanation

Every load of non-hazardous waste leaving the site needs a waste transfer note. Both sides keep a copy for 2 years.

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