Date:
July 28, 2023
Categories:
Company, Industry News, Products, Starter sets, Sustainibility,
Return of uncleaned packaging
According to ADR, an empty container must be handled like filled packaging. Appropriate cleaning measures can be taken to eliminate any risk to all involved but this is not possible in every case.
If a cleaning certificate is available during transport which is carried by the carrier the container is considered to have been cleaned. This is the case if the cleaning has been carried out in accordance with the prescribed safety and cleaning regulations. No residues of the substance may be detected.
Focus on environment and people
Waste from medical facilities and laboratories also falls under this careful disposal the focus here is on protecting the environment and people from potential hazards.
This type of waste involves infectious materials or radioactive substances that must be transported in leak-proof and tightly sealed containers.
The materials are either destroyed in hazardous waste incineration plants or are recycled by plants. But there is a clear classification to allocate the different materials, too.
Clearly defined requirements
The A-plate also called waste sign, waste warning sign or A-plate is also a mandatory sign in the transport sector. It is used for the transport of waste on the road and is specified in accordance with §55 of the Closed Substance Cycle Waste Management Act (KrWG).
The requirements for the warning sign are clearly defined:
- Rectangular, retro-reflective, white panel.
- Format: 400x300mm
- Letter „A“ in black colour
- Letter height 20mm, letter thickness 2mm
The labelling obligation applies to all waste regardless of the quantity even if it is not hazardous.
