Site Waste Management Plans (SWMP)
Why do I need a Site Waste or Resource Management Plan?
Every business in the UK has a duty of care when disposing of commercial waste. Anyone who produces, imports, keeps, stores, transports, treats or disposes of waste must take reasonable steps to ensure proper waste management via a Site Waste Management Plan.
The Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) Regulations 2008 were revoked in December 2013. Whilst these regulations no longer apply, a SWMP, also known as a Resource Management Plan (RMP) is required under BREEAM Wst01.
In Addition, a SWMP or RMP is required by Local Authority planning requirements and in conforming to section 34 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
This sets out the duty of care individuals and businesses have when disposing of waste, alongside the steps they should take to ensure it is disposed of properly.
What does a SWMP or a RMP include?
Revive Audits will prepare a SWMP or RMP, enabling the Principal Contractor to demonstrate how waste generated during the construction project will be minimised and controlled to reduce waste impacts during construction.
This will be developed in accordance with the principles of the Site Waste Management Plan Regulations 2008.
The SWMP should:
- Ensure all waste materials are considered at each stage of the proposed scheme and that all waste streams are dealt with appropriately and as sustainably as possible
- Identify all persons responsible for ensuring the requirements of the SWMP are followed
Outline all training to be provided to ensure all operatives understand the requirements of the SWMP - Identify each waste type expected to be produced during the course of the project, which should include existing demolition materials as well as surplus waste from materials imported to the site
- Estimate the quantity of each waste type expected to be produced throughout construction (with the support of a pre-demolition waste audit)
- Record and outline how and where waste will be separated and stored on site, including control measures put in place to ensure compliance with the relevant regulatory requirements
- Identify the waste management action proposed for each waste type, including reusing, recycling, recovery and disposal.
- Ensure the SWMP is updated if necessary, throughout construction
For further information or to receive a quotation, contact Revive Audits to discuss your project.
