Helping you manage hazardous waste
Ward is fully licensed to safely transport, handle and dispose of a variety of commercial hazardous materials.
Our in-house hazardous waste specialists can help you identify and manage the removal of all types of hazardous waste in commercial or industrial environments. This includes asbestos, lab smalls, oils, paints, industrial cleaning fluids, batteries, Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) and other types of materials that require secure destruction.
Through site visits, waste audits and hazardous waste identification and analysis, we offer you expert guidance to find the most efficient and cost-effective solutions to recycle or dispose of your materials safely.
Efficient hazardous waste management, without the hazards
Speak to our hazardous waste experts today on 0345 337 5050 or get a quote online
Lab Smalls
Our hazardous waste team, including an in-house chemist, can help identify, categorise, remove and safely dispose of all waste laboratory materials. From flammable and hazardous liquids, expired chemistry elements and COSHH cupboards in schools, labs and industrial testing sites, we can manage small quantities quickly and efficiently.
Chemical Waste Disposal
For both small and large quantities of hazardous chemical waste including cleaning products, oils, fluids and other high volume liquid waste, we have Drum and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) processing expertise. This allows us to provide a ‘Collect-and-Treat’ service tailored to exact requirements.
Industrial Cleaning
We offer a complete range of industrial cleaning services for one-off projects or regular scheduled services. Our dedicated Industrial Services division support clients with industrial cleaning, decommissioning, and waste removal requirements at commercial premises and industrial facilities nationwide.
Land Remediation
Bringing disused, industrial land back into use often involves cleaning up severely contaminated land with many, complex hazardous elements. Hazardous materials found can range from asbestos polluted soils and water, hydrocarbons, chemicals and even invasive plant species. With the right partner it can be managed efficiently and effectively.
Site Clearance
With nationwide site clearance capabilities including full demolition and concrete processing (including screening and crushing), plus aggregate production, hazardous waste management
Secure Destruction
For excess products that cannot be resold such as toiletries or hand gel, or those which need to be removed from the supply chain such as weapons and ammunition, contaminated food or cosmetics, we provide a secure destruction service to remove, collect and destroy waste appropriately.
Asbestos removal/disposal
As a nationwide asbestos contractor providing collection, disposal and project management services working across all industry sectors, we can offer compliant, high quality asbestos management packages. From simple, small, one-off collections/deliveries to large scale project management and disposal we offer comprehensive asbestos solutions
WEEE
Ward is an authorised treatment facility (ATF) with permitted sites for carrying out the treatment of Waste Electrical and Electronic Waste (WEEE) items. These include large appliances, solar panels, IT and telecommunication equipment, lighting and medical devices.
Sectors we work in
Building, Construction & Demolition
As a trusted partner to the construction and demolition industry, Ward is an expert in land remediation and site clearance, including removal, processing and recycling of contaminated soil and land. From removing and processing hazardous waste, including asbestos, to processing concrete, rubble and hardcore on site, Ward can support construction or demolition projects with waste management services nationwide.
Pharmaceutical, Healthcare & Clinical
There is an array of biological waste and bio-hazards found in healthcare and clinical settings such as hospitals, GP surgeries and dental practices, as well as the production and testing of medicines and pharmaceuticals. Ward has extensive expertise in developing waste management strategies for safely collecting, recycling and disposing of all the associated waste fluids and equipment including petri dishes, surgical wraps, culture tubes, syringes, needles, blood vials, absorbent material and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Public sector
With general waste processing, hazardous waste capabilities and broad sector expertise, Ward is able to provide consultative services to city, county and district councils to support waste management and support a zero waste culture. Services include waste management strategy, ISO compliance, landfill management (and drainage diversion), heath and safety support. Ward also provides a full range of post-collection processing and recycling facilities.
Manufacturing & Production
We are committed to achieving zero waste where possible, that’s why nationwide manufacturers and production companies small and large choose Ward as their waste management partner. We proactively support companies to eliminate waste from every step of the manufacturing process and can safely recover and recycle all resources when products reach the end of their useful life.
Retail
From independent shops to out of town retail parks, Ward provides custom waste management and disposal services for retailers of all sizes. Smaller boutiques might need a dependable service that regularly removes general waste and keeps the admin to a minimum. Meanwhile, larger chains and supermarkets often need more complex, scalable solutions which work with the wider supply chain. Ward can support at all levels.
Facilities Management
Ward provides the perfect solution for facilities management firms and estate or property managers looking for a nationwide, trusted waste management partner. With experience in offices, industrial and commercial premises, retail units and residential dwellings, we have extensive experience of safely and reliably removing and recycling office waste, secure documents, waste IT and electrical goods, food waste, glass and plastics.
Hospitality
From food waste disposal, glass bottle recycling and removal of redundant or damaged equipment, we can find the right waste management strategy for you which covers all the types of waste produced, ensure sufficient space is allocated for waste storage containers and that the different waste management requirements of back and front of house are catered for. We understand the nature of your food business and can work with you to make sure food waste is reduced and your collection times don’t interfere with customers.
Utilities
Ward provides strategic and practical waste management support to the Utilities sector. Our consultative approach keeps companies compliant and ensures you meet your Duty of Care for the collection, removal, recycling and disposal of general waste through the provision of bins, skips and containers. Ward also supports gas, water and electricity providers with emergency waste removal and treatment, including hazardous waste and spillages.
Offices
As an authorised treatment facility (ATF), we have permitted sites for carrying out and treating all kinds of waste from offices including waste electrical and electronic wastes including depollution, disassembly, shredding, recovery, or preparation for disposal. Ward provides scalable office waste management services to suit offices and commercial operations of all sizes. From general waste collection to secure destruction of documents and mobile shredding facilities for offices that produce confidential materials, through to hazardous waste support, Ward can help.
Food & Drink
Food and drink manufacturers must to adhere to strict food safety and cleaning standards to mitigate the risk of contamination in the production process. Similarly, the products created are perishable and have a limited shelf life. Ward offers bespoke waste management services to food and beverage producers, manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers and major supermarket chains including safe and secure destruction of food and drink past its use-by date, spoiled foods and liquids or those recalled for safety reasons.
Certified by the experts
A Queen’s Award for Excellence in International Trade winning independent family business proud of our ISO accreditations in quality and environmental management and FORS Gold accreditation for fleet management. To see our other accreditations please visit https://wardstaging.wpengine.com/about-us/accreditation-trade-associations/
We have an ongoing and collaborative relationship with the Environment Agency and are active members of several industry bodies including the British Metal Recycling Association (BMRA), National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC) and East Midlands Rail Forum to have voice in shaping our industry.
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