Discrete Items
Pile cap gearbox – plant item
Decision summary:
This is a Discrete Item.
Explanation:
- Large, recognisable and robust in Repository conditions.
All Discrete Items must be recorded on a Waste Consignment Information Form for LLW disposal.
The LLW Disposal WAC Discrete Item Limit applies.
Important Considerations
Note 1: These items should only be considered for disposal to the Repository if all diversion options are unsuitable. Always consider the Waste Hierarchy and minimise LLW disposal. This item has the potential to be: reused; disposed to permitted landfill; or, volume reduced via supercompaction.
Note 2: Items must be assessed against all relevant LLW Disposal WAC conditions.
Note 3: ‘Durable’ refers to durability in the Repository environment within the lifetime of the Repository.
Concrete edging stones
Decision summary:
This is a Discrete Item.
Explanation:
- Recognisable as man-made; robust in Repository conditions
All Discrete Items must be recorded on a Waste Consignment Information Form for LLW disposal.
The LLW Disposal WAC Discrete Item Limit applies.
Important Considerations
Note 1: These items should only be considered for disposal to the Repository if all diversion options are unsuitable. Always consider the Waste Hierarchy and minimise LLW disposal. This item has the potential to be: reused; disposed to permitted landfill; or, volume reduced via supercompaction.
Note 2: Items must be assessed against all relevant LLW Disposal WAC conditions.
Note 3: ‘Durable’ refers to durability in the Repository environment within the lifetime of the Repository.
TC14 drum of encapsulated resins or sludges
Decision summary:
This is a Discrete Item.
Explanation:
- The mild steel drum and encapsulant form a durable unit in combination.
All Discrete Items must be recorded on a Waste Consignment Information Form for LLW disposal.
The LLW Disposal WAC Discrete Item Limit applies.
Important Considerations
Note 1: These items should only be considered for disposal to the Repository if all diversion options are unsuitable. Always consider the Waste Hierarchy and minimise LLW disposal. This item has the potential to be: reused; disposed to permitted landfill; or, volume reduced via supercompaction.
Note 2: Items must be assessed against all relevant LLW Disposal WAC conditions.
Note 3: ‘Durable’ refers to durability in the Repository environment within the lifetime of the Repository.