Environmental Services

Waste Classification

BBN specialises in all aspects of construction, from ensuring asbestos safety to providing waste classification for uninterrupted operations. Our team classifies your project's waste to the official EPA guidelines, so you can dispose of it lawfully, safely and at the right cost.

Who It's For

Do you need waste classification?

Construction & demolition projects

We know you don't have the time to stop and classify your project's waste according to the official EPA waste classification guidelines. That's why it's best to leave it to the professionals, so your operations continue uninterrupted.

Excavation & earthworks

From spoil disposal to acid sulfate soils, our team of environmental consultants provides industry informed classification so you can responsibly conduct construction waste disposal and management, and keep disposal costs predictable.

Know Your Waste

The four waste classification areas we cover

When you work with BBN, you'll have access to an expert team of waste classification professionals. We'll help you properly classify your waste to adhere to the official EPA waste classification guidelines:

01. Classifying waste

We'll help identify if your waste should be classified as 'special waste', either on site or once we've tested the material in our NATA-accredited lab. Our detailed report will have all the information you need to take the next step.

02. Immobilising waste

BBN will assess whether your waste is appropriate for landfill in its current form, or if it needs to be chemically treated and converted for safe immobilisation. You'll receive a report that correctly labels each form of waste.

03. Radioactive material

In particularly hazardous working environments, it's essential to correctly identify if waste is radioactive. We'll let you know how to ensure the safety of your workers and the project site at all times.

04. Acid sulfate soils

Most common in excavation work. It's vital to work with a reliable environmental consultancy like BBN to appropriately identify and deal with risk areas.

When To Act

When do you need waste classification?

Waste must be classified before it can be lawfully transported and disposed of, and getting it right up front directly reduces disposal costs. Common triggers include:

Taking soil or spoil off site: excavated material must be classified before it leaves the site, so it goes to the right facility at the right price.
Before landfill disposal: landfill operators require classification documentation before accepting waste.
Suspected special or hazardous waste: material that may need chemical treatment or immobilisation before it can be safely disposed of.
Asbestos waste: asbestos containing material has strict handling and disposal requirements. See our asbestos testing services.
Excavation in acid sulfate risk areas: low-lying and coastal ground can contain acid sulfate soils that need identification and a management approach before you dig.
Remediation projects: classification is a core step in contaminated land works, keeping disposal compliant and costs predictable.
Why BBN

Benefits of working with us

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Our team of environmental consultants provides industry informed services to guarantee smooth project completion, allowing you to responsibly conduct construction waste disposal and management for optimal occupational hygiene and safety.

We're dedicated to excellence, so you can avoid project delays and get back to what you do best, with testing through our NATA-accredited lab and detailed, actionable reports.

BBN Consulting: helping you adhere to waste classification guidelines

To ensure you follow best practices and the official waste classification guidelines, it's best to work with a consultancy that cares about delivering results. BBN specialises in all forms of waste management, whether that's from construction, asbestos monitoring or anything else.

We also offer our services Australia-wide, ensuring that you won't have to look for businesses that only work in their local districts. With BBN, you'll have access to a team of professional consultants with years of experience in facilitating uninterrupted and safe working environments.

To discuss our services or book an onsite inspection today, get in touch with us on 0421 748 867 and talk to a qualified professional. We look forward to helping you run a smooth operation.

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FAQs

Have Questions? We’re here to help you.
What is waste classification?
Waste classification involves assessing, identifying and classifying industrial waste under certain guidelines. This usually refers to the NSW EPA waste classification guidelines, which split waste management into four distinct categories:

- Classifying waste
- Immobilising waste
- Managing radioactive waste
- Identifying acid sulfate soils
Do I need a classification report to dispose of soil?
Yes. Receiving facilities require classification before accepting material, and transporting unclassified regulated waste is an offence. The report travels with the load.
When should I start waste removal?
Once we have provided you with a detailed report outlining your options and how best to approach disposal, you can begin making the proper preparations to safely handle and dispose of your waste. Following the waste classification guidelines ensures that your operations continue as planned.
Can clean soil really be reused instead of landfilled?
Often, yes. Material meeting the relevant criteria can go to beneficial reuse rather than landfill, avoiding the levy entirely. We assess and document the pathway as part of the classification.
What if the material comes back contaminated?
Then you know before it is on a truck. We identify the correct disposal pathway, and where it connects to a broader contamination issue, the data feeds straight into the site assessment.