Hazardous waste will be identified, handled, transported, and disposed of by appropriately licensed contractors in accordance with applicable Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation. This includes (but is not limited to) regulated waste streams such as asbestos-containing materials and radioactive waste.

Waste classification, handling, storage, transport, and disposal requirements will align with guidance provided by the Australian Government Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water and relevant state regulatory authorities. For jurisdiction-specific requirements, refer to:
https://www.business.gov.au/risk-management/environmental-impact/waste-management/managing-waste-in-your-state-or-territory

Examples of hazardous waste include:

• Pharmaceuticals 
• Asbestos dust and contaminated materials 
• Solvent-based paints 
• Pesticides and garden chemicals 
• Batteries (including lithium-ion) 
• Motor oils and lubricants 
• Petrol and kerosene 
• Cleaning and polishing chemicals 
• Swimming pool chemicals 
• Obsolete electronic/computer equipment (e-waste) 

All hazardous waste will be:

• Segregated at source 
• Clearly labelled and stored in approved containers 
• Tracked via waste transport certificates/manifests where required 
• Disposed of at licensed facilities 

General waste will be managed in accordance with local council and state guidelines. Supporting guidance, including how-to resources and disposal pathways, will be made available via the Flitt platform to ensure compliant and practical waste handling by users.