What the operation releases.
WHAT THE IMPACTS ARE
Odour Dust Noise Litter and windblown material Leachate and contaminated runoff Pests Vehicle movement
WHY ODOUR MATTERS MOST TO NEIGHBOURS
It is the complaint that produces enforcement.
WHAT CAUSES IT
Organic material held too long Poor drainage Inadequate cleaning
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
That organic material is despatched quickly and the site is cleaned.
WHAT LITTER CONTROL REQUIRES
Enclosure or screening Netting where needed Daily collection of escaped material Covering loads in transport
WHY COVERING LOADS
Uncovered vehicles scatter waste along routes, and it is both an offence and a reputational problem.
WHAT DRAINAGE REQUIRES
Containment of contaminated runoff Prevention of discharge to watercourses or drains
WHY
Leachate contaminates water and it attracts serious enforcement.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
Where site runoff goes.
WHAT PEST CONTROL REQUIRES
Removal of food sources Professional arrangements Proofing of buildings
WHAT TO MANAGE ACTIVELY
Relations with neighbours.
WHY
Complaints attract enforcement and they can close operations.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
A contact for concerns, and prompt response.
WHAT TO RECORD
Complaints and what was done.
WHAT TO ASSESS
Whether the site requires environmental approval.
WHAT TO KEEP
Approvals, monitoring records and disposal evidence.
