Whether you are a household or a business, you will have a legal obligation to guarantee that any waste that is deemed hazardous, such as fluorescent tubes is disposed of legally and safely. Mercury is a highly toxic material that, if it is not disposed of in the correct manner can contaminate the environment and water supply. This can cause detrimental issues and why it is crucial they are not placed within general waste or recycling bins and must be disposed of correctly and securely. Without safely recycling fluorescent tubes, then they can easily contaminate the environment and this occurs when the mercury from within the tubes is incinerated, which typically occurs if waste is disposed of in a landfill. To safely dispose of fluorescent tubing it is paramount to contact professionals. If fluorescent tubing is not disposed of correctly, then humans will be susceptible to mercury poisoning. Although it can be extremely problematic for all, it can be incredibly dangerous for those who are pregnant and can cause serious developmental issues for their unborn baby.
When Burdett Metals LTD collect fluorescent tubes for recycling they will be sent to a dedicated recycling plant so that they can be processed and disposed of safely. When the tubes are processed they will be deconstructed within an environment that is entirely safe so that any harmful elements that they contain, such as Mercury, will not be able to escape into the atmosphere.
If fluorescent tubing becomes damaged it is important to ensure that the contents are exposed to a minimal amount of people, including any pets. If a fluorescent tube does become damaged it is crucial that you open any windows and doors and use cardboard or a disposable wipe to transport the fragments into an airtight canister. It is important to not vacuum the broken fragments as this will increase the chances of spreading the mercury vapours when you use your vacuum next. Burdett Metals LTD will then provide a service of collecting the broken fragments and disposing of them safely and securely.
Burdett Metals LTD want to save you time and effort by providing a collection service to dispose safely of your fluorescent tubing.
