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Waste Management Services Procedures

The Waste Management Department (WMD) handles storage, collection, transportation, and safe disposal of waste across the district.

Liquid waste services

1. a
   Call at the WMD in person, or contact any accredited private company, to book a date for dislodging.
2. b
   Pay the appropriate fee as specified in the Assembly's Fee Fixing Resolution.
3. c
   The officer in charge of liquid waste at the WMD ensures the service is delivered within five (5) working days.

Solid waste (door-to-door) services

1. a
   Register with the Assembly's authorised Private Waste Collection Company operating in your area.
2. b
   A collection timetable is made available to you upon registration.
3. c
   You are responsible for providing an appropriate refuse container for storing your waste.
4. d
   Pay a monthly fee to the Waste Collection Company, as specified in the Assembly's Fee Fixing Resolution.

Disposal of industrial / commercial waste

1. a
   Apply in writing to the District Chief Executive, copying the Director of WMD, with the following details:

   • Type of waste material
   • Location of the waste material
   • Tonnage / quantity of the waste material
   • Frequency of dumping or generation
2. b
   WMD officers are assigned to inspect the site and recommend the appropriate process for collecting, transporting, and disposing of the material.
3. c
   A bill is prepared based on the type and tonnage/quantity of waste, and the distance to the final disposal site.
4. d
   Evacuation to the final disposal site begins five (5) working days after submission, subject to payment of the approved fee.