Discrete Items

TC14 drum with pierced lid – not containing Discrete Items

TC14 drum with pierced lid – not containing Discrete Items

Decision summary:

This is a Discrete Item.

Explanation:

  • Grout will penetrate the pierced mild steel drum and the drum and the grout will 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.

Stainless steel drum

Stainless steel drum

Decision summary:

This is a Discrete Item.

Explanation:

  • Durable 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 with waste encapsulated inside

TC14 drum with waste encapsulated inside

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.


Hand tools

Hand tools

Decision summary:

This is a Discrete Item.

Explanation:

  • Hand tools are specifically identified as Discrete Items in WAC (v5.0, p23).
  • Hand tools are typically made of robust materials, e.g. chromium and hardened steel. 

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.

Standard RSJ (as typically used in the construction industry). Whole RSJ or a short section of RSJ

Standard RSJ (as typically used in the construction industry). Whole RSJ or a short section of RSJ

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.

Heavy-duty rolled steel channel (similar construction to a typical Rolled Steel Joist)

Heavy-duty rolled steel channel (similar construction to a typical Rolled Steel Joist)

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.


Rail bogie

Rail bogie

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.

Large durable pump (large plant item)

Large durable pump (large 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.

Lead shield blocks (all sizes)

Lead shield blocks (all sizes)

Decision summary:

This is a Discrete Item.

Explanation:

  • Durable 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.


Nimonic springs

Nimonic springs

Decision summary:

This is a Discrete Item.

Explanation:

  • Item made from corrosion resistant nickel-chromium alloy and of interesting (pocketable) form. Must be segregated from FED, or other wastes.

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.

Items of interest made of low-corrosion nickel-chromium alloys

Items of interest made of low-corrosion nickel-chromium alloys

Decision summary:

This is a Discrete Item.

Explanation:

  • Durable 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.

Items of interest made of stainless steel

Items of interest made of stainless steel

Decision summary:

This is a Discrete Item.

Explanation:

  • Items of interest made of stainless steel would be durable 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.


Large fabricated concrete blocks, smooth slabs containing rebar or cut out blocks with rebar

Large fabricated concrete blocks, smooth slabs containing rebar or cut out blocks with rebar Large fabricated concrete blocks, smooth slabs containing rebar or cut out blocks with rebar

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.

Item of interest made of vitrified glass

Item of interest made of vitrified glass

Decision summary:

This is a Discrete Item.

Explanation:

  • Durable 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.

Fuel flask

Fuel flask

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.