Illegal Dumping

Illegal Dumping

Introduction

Illegal dumping is classified is the unlawful deposit of any type of waste material that is 200 litres or more in volume (about the volume of a wheelie bin), with penalties that can apply. Smaller volumes are still a nuisance but would be classified as more litter. Litter would be handled in a similar manner, but without the same reporting.
Unfortunately, many formations are forced to deal with the unwelcome and unauthorised dumping of household, garden and building waste on their sites. Not only does this pollute the environment, but it can cause unwanted clean-up costs. The purpose of this document is to assist formations manage any illegal dumping on a Scout controlled property.

Risk Associated with Illegal Dumping

Common illegally dumped items include:
• household rubbish and garden waste
• household goods (such as whitegoods, TV’s, mattresses and furniture)
• building waste (construction and demolition materials)
• tyres, chemical drums and paint tins
It is possible that dumped an also include items with are hazardous to members, visitors and the general public, including items like Asbestos and biohazardous waste such as needles.
As the composition of the waste is unknown it needs to be treated as hazardous

Great care needs to be taken when removing dumped waste. It is encouraged that when possible, formations use commercial contractors to remove any illegal dumping. Note that depending on volume, items such as asbestos may need to be removed and disposed of through an appropriately licenced contractor.

Reporting

In all instances Illegal dumping should be reported. As a first point of contact please notify facilities@scoutsqld.com.au
A further report can be made through The Department of Environment and Science (DES), who can issue an infringement notice based on your report, if there is enough evidence to identify the offender or if the dumping was witnessed.
This report can be made through https://report-littering-dumping.ehp.qld.gov.au/ 


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