These draft data definition tables describe the information we expect to be recorded by the future waste tracking service when a receiving site accepts or rejects waste.
They are a draft and may be updated to reflect changes to policy, legislation and feedback received from those in the waste industry.
Movement Details
Data field
Mandatory or optional
Description
API Code
Mandatory
The waste receiver's unique 6-digit code.
Date/time received
Mandatory
This is the date and exact time waste was received at the site.
Your unique reference ID
Optional
For example, a weighbridge ticket number or waste transfer note number.
Other references
Optional
Other references for this movement.
Special handling requirement
Optional
Handling instructions for waste that has the potential to cause harm.
Reasons provided for not having a consignment number
Optional
Reasons provided for not having a consignment number.
Hazardous waste consignment code
Optional
Hazardous waste consignment code.
Waste Items
Data field
Mandatory or optional
Description
EWC code (could be multiple EWC codes for one load)
Mandatory
A 6-digit code that classifies and describes the waste.
Waste description
Mandatory
A detailed description of the waste, including physical characteristics, composition and if it’s potentially hazardous.
Physical form
Mandatory
For example, gas, liquid, solid, powder, sludge or mixed.
Number of containers
Mandatory
Not needed
Type of containers
Mandatory
For example, large industrial skips
Weight - unit of measurement
Mandatory
Weight unit of measurement (for example, kilograms, grams or tonnes)
Weight - amount
Mandatory
Not needed
Is the waste weight estimated?
Mandatory
Not needed
POPs Data
Data field
Mandatory or optional
Description
Does the waste contain persistent organic pollutants (POPs)?
Mandatory
POPs are poisonous chemical substances that break down slowly and get into food chains.
POP name
Optional
For example, Aldrin, Chlordane or Dieldrin.
POP concentration value
Optional
For example, 50mg per kg of Chlordane.
Hazardous Waste Data
Data field
Mandatory or optional
Description
Is the waste hazardous?
Mandatory
Hazardous waste is any waste that is potentially harmful to human health or the environment.
Hazardous property codes (Haz code)
Optional
A code used to classify hazardous waste, for example HP 1 (Explosive waste) or HP 2 (Oxidising waste).
Chemical or biological component
Optional
For example, Mercury.
Component concentration value
Optional
For example, 30mg per kg.
Disposal or Recovery Codes:
Data field
Mandatory or optional
Description
Disposal / recovery code
Mandatory
A code that determines the most appropriate treatment and recovery option for your waste. For each EWC code there must be at least one D or R code.
Weight - unit of measurement
Mandatory
Weight unit of measurement (for example, kilograms, grams or tonnes).
Weight - amount
Mandatory
Total weight of waste for disposal or recovery code
Is the waste weight estimated?
Mandatory
Is the weight estimated?
Carrier Details
Data field
Mandatory or optional
Description
Carrier registration number
Mandatory
Required for all businesses and organisations that transport, buy, sell or dispose of waste.
If Carrier registration number not applicable, give reason(s)
Mandatory
Provide reasons for not having the carrier registration number
Carrier organisation name
Mandatory
Not needed
Carrier address
Optional
Not needed
Carrier post code
Optional
Not needed
Carrier contact email address
Optional
Not needed
Carrier contact phone number
Optional
Not needed
Vehicle registration number
Optional
Not needed
Means of transport
Mandatory
For example, road, rail, air or sea.
Broker or Dealer Details
Data field
Mandatory or optional
Description
Broker or dealer organisation name
Optional
Not needed
Broker or dealer address
Optional
Not needed
Broker or dealer post code
Optional
Not needed
Broker or dealer email
Optional
Not needed
Broker or dealer phone number
Optional
Not needed
Broker or dealer registration number
Optional
Not needed
Waste Receiver Details
Data field
Mandatory or optional
Description
Receiver site name
Optional
Not needed
Receiver email
Optional
Not needed
Receiver phone number
Optional
Not needed
Receiver’s authorisation number
Mandatory
A permit or exemption number that allows a site to accept waste for recovery or disposal.
Regulatory position statement
Optional
A statement that confirms what activities you do not require a permit for.