Rubbish Clearance Bermondsey Licence and Compliance Information

Rubbish Clearance Bermondsey operates as a fully licensed and compliant waste carrier, registered with the Environment Agency to collect, transport and dispose of waste safely and legally. This page explains our waste carrier licence details, how we meet our legal duties, the insurance we hold, our Waste Transfer Note procedures and the duty of care standards we follow across Bermondsey, Southwark and surrounding London areas.

Environment Agency Waste Carrier Licence

We hold a current Environment Agency upper tier waste carrier, broker and dealer registration, authorising us to handle household, commercial and construction waste. This registration confirms that Rubbish Clearance Bermondsey has met the regulatory requirements to transport waste and that our details are recorded on the national public register.

Our team checks our licence status regularly to ensure it remains fully active and up to date. Before any job, customers may request our waste carrier registration number and company details, which we are happy to provide for verification. We encourage residents, landlords, managing agents and local businesses in Bermondsey to use only properly licensed carriers, as using unlicensed operators can result in fines and the risk of fly-tipping linked back to the original waste producer.

Legal Compliance and Regulatory Standards

All rubbish removal and clearance work we undertake is carried out in accordance with current UK waste management legislation, including the Environmental Protection Act and associated regulations. We keep up to date with changes in law and Environment Agency guidance to ensure our day-to-day operations follow recognised best practice.

As part of our legal compliance, we only deliver collected waste to recognised, authorised waste transfer stations, recycling facilities and disposal sites. These facilities are selected for their licensing status and standards of environmental management, helping to maximise recycling and minimise the amount of waste sent to landfill.

We maintain internal procedures and staff training to ensure that our team understands the legal framework that applies to waste handling, transport and storage. Vehicles are loaded safely and legally, and all documentation required by law is completed with care and accuracy. Where particular waste streams have special handling rules, such as electrical items or certain construction materials, we follow the appropriate regulations and routing.

Insurance and Safe Working Practices

Rubbish Clearance Bermondsey operates with comprehensive insurance cover suitable for professional waste collection and clearance services. This includes public liability insurance to protect customers, members of the public and third-party property in the event of accidental damage or injury arising from our work on site.

Our insurance arrangements are reviewed regularly to maintain adequate levels of cover. Staff and vehicles are managed in line with health and safety expectations, and we aim to carry out all clearances with minimal disruption, noise and obstruction, a particularly important consideration on Bermondsey streets and estates where access can be tight and residential activity is high.

We take steps to identify any potential risks before starting a job, assessing access routes, lifting requirements and any hazardous materials that may be present. Where conditions require it, extra protective equipment or alternative removal methods are used to maintain a safe working environment.

Waste Transfer Note Procedures

For each load of non-hazardous controlled waste that we collect, a Waste Transfer Note, often referred to as a WTN, is completed to document the transfer of responsibility from the waste producer to Rubbish Clearance Bermondsey and then on to the receiving facility.

Our Waste Transfer Notes record essential information such as the date and time of collection, the type and description of the waste, the quantity collected, the details of the waste producer, our own carrier registration information and the details of the authorised site to which the waste is delivered. This documentation supports full traceability of materials from the customer’s premises to final destination.

We keep Waste Transfer Notes for the legally required retention period and can provide copies to commercial and trade customers who need them for their own records or audits. This is particularly relevant for businesses in Bermondsey and the wider Southwark area that must demonstrate compliance as part of their own environmental management systems or landlord requirements.

Duty of Care for Customers and the Environment

Everyone who produces or handles waste in the UK has a duty of care to ensure that it is managed responsibly. Rubbish Clearance Bermondsey recognises this duty and applies it to every clearance, from small domestic jobs to larger commercial collections.

We help our customers discharge their own duty of care by providing a licensed, insured and traceable route for their waste. By using an Environment Agency registered carrier and obtaining appropriate documentation, our customers can be confident that their waste will not be illegally dumped or mishandled. This approach supports both environmental protection and local neighbourhood standards.

Whenever practical, we segregate and route materials for reuse and recycling. Metals, wood, green waste, electrical equipment and other recyclable streams are directed to suitable facilities. By increasing recycling rates, we help to reduce the volume of material that ends up in landfill and support more sustainable waste management, which is in line with local objectives in Bermondsey and the London Borough of Southwark.

Local Borough Compliance and Community Standards

Bermondsey sits within the jurisdiction of Southwark Council, which places strong emphasis on clean streets, fly-tipping prevention and responsible commercial waste practices. Our operations are designed to support these local priorities by providing lawful and traceable clearance services that discourage illegal dumping and reduce the burden on public services.

We are attentive to local parking rules, collection time restrictions and estate access requirements to minimise disruption and maintain good relationships with residents, businesses and housing providers. When carrying out work on housing estates, in conservation areas or near busy transport routes, we take care to respect the particular expectations and rules that may apply.

Through consistent compliance with national law and local standards, Rubbish Clearance Bermondsey aims to contribute to a cleaner, safer environment. Our goal is to give every customer clear assurance that their waste is being managed properly, legally and with regard for the community in which they live or trade.

Customer Assurance and Information Requests

We understand that customers increasingly expect transparency over where their waste goes and how it is treated. On request, we can share details of our Environment Agency registration, proof of insurance and examples of Waste Transfer Notes for reference. Commercial and managing agent clients in Bermondsey and Southwark can also discuss tailored reporting or documentation needs to support their own compliance obligations.

By choosing Rubbish Clearance Bermondsey, customers can be confident that their waste is handled by a licensed carrier that takes compliance, safety and environmental responsibility seriously at every stage of the clearance process.