Waste Management / Minimisation

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Introduction

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Most companies are unaware of the true cost of waste to their business, typically 4-5% of turnover. Growing environmental legislation and consumer pressure has increased the need for organisations to improve their environmental performance. Undertaking a structured waste minimisation programme will not only save money, but will also improve the environment, the organisation’s profile and competitiveness.

This one-day introductory course is designed for all organisations that produce waste and wish to understand and develop skills in waste minimisation.

What's covered?

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  • Waste Management in Ireland
  • What is waste minimisation?
  • Legal obligations in relation to Waste Management
  • Benefits of waste minimisation
  • Waste minimisation process – The 8-Step Waste Reduction Programme
  • Waste Management Hierarchy
  • Developing an Action Plan – Implementing Waste Management in your company
  • Case Studies

Who should participate?

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Personnel without previous knowledge or experience of waste issues, who:

  • Wish to gain an understanding of the elements of waste minimisation
  • Need to undertake a waste minimisation programme

What will I learn?

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Participants achieve the following learning outcomes from the programme;

  • Understand the necessity for undertaking a waste minimisation programme.
  • Be competent in planning and implementing an internal waste minimisation programme.

Who are the tutors?

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Course Code
EE019
Duration
1 training day
Delivery Mode
This programme is delivered by or In-Company training
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I found the course very interesting for both work and home.
Tim O January 30, 2023

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