According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), a staggering 25% of all GHG emissions originate from the transport industry. To align with global efforts, including the Paris Agreement and recent IPCC reports, a reduction in GHG across all sectors is imperative to combat climate change and achieve the necessary decrease in CO2 emissions.

Our results ensure a future of sustainable solutions, as the road surface, once treated with the EBS Surface Seal, eliminates the need for frequent grading. Say goodbye to the requirement for additional imported materials, as the road surface is now fully protected.

If you use sharps for self-administered medical care or non-medical use, you should always place your used sharps in an approved personal sharps waste container or a sharps waste container provided as part of a commercial or community service.

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The environmental impact of road construction and rehabilitation is closely linked to the surge in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, a major contributor to climate change.

We’ve crafted comprehensive Gravel Road Upgrade programs tailored for institutions and governments. These programs encompass detailed specifications, quality assurance and testing processes, and maintenance plans. Our approach provides a long-term, sustainable solution for gravel road construction and upgrades.

Under NSW environment protection legislation, sharps waste is defined as any waste collected from designated sharps waste containers used in the course of business, commercial or community service activities. This includes any waste resulting from the use of sharps for any of the following purposes

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If your community organisation or business provides a sharps disposal and collection service, you must comply with the same requirements as health professionals, and implement a Clinical and Related Waste Management Plan in accordance with NSW Health: Clinical and Related Waste Management for Health Services.

Most countries boast a secondary gravel road network spanning from thousands to tens of thousands of kilometers. While gravel roads were once acceptable, the current demands of population and commercial growth necessitate more advanced road transport systems. The upgrades and improvements to gravel roads play a pivotal role in facilitating overall development, as well as fostering commercial and agricultural growth.

Our Technical Manager will recommend the ideal application rate based on material specifics. A site assessment will determine optimum application and dilution rates, maximizing the cost and benefits of EBS treatment.

Refer to NSW Health: Community Sharps Management Guidelines for NSW Councils to find out how to manage sharps that enter your municipal sharps waste stream due to inadequate disposal practices.

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The sharps listed above have been excluded from the definitions of sharps waste and special waste to facilitate the management of municipal solid waste. Classifying personal-use sharps that are inadequately disposed of into the municipal solid waste stream as special waste would add significant complexities and costs for councils.

Soil Solutions pioneers a groundbreaking, long-term sustainable solution for gravel roads with the introduction of EBS Surfaced Roads. These new roads retain all the benefits of EBS Sealed roads but showcase a distinct aesthetic look.

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‘Sharps waste’ is defined and classified as ‘special waste’ under Schedule 1 of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 and the EPA’s Waste Classification Guidelines.

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Upgrading rural gravel road networks to asphalt has become financially impractical and unsustainable. However, Soil and Dust have the SOLUTION!

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Health professionals who regularly deal with sharps wastes, including larger facilities such as hospitals, day-procedure centres, pathology laboratories, mortuaries or medical research facilities must develop and implement a Clinical and Related Waste Management Plan in accordance with NSW Health: Clinical and Related Waste Management for Health Services.

To find your nearest sharps disposal location or for more information about sharps disposal, contact your council, community health care provider or visit www.safesharps.org.au.

It’s crucial to reevaluate road construction methods, balancing the demand for increased connectivity with community upliftment and support for local agriculture and food security.

There are specific management requirements for special waste to minimise the risk of harm to the environment and human health. It is the responsibility of waste generators to classify their wastes for appropriate management and disposal.

Gravel roads pose a challenge with frequent and costly maintenance needs, as the surfaces quickly deteriorate due to erosion and material loss.

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Soil and Dust Solutions champions a sustainable approach to the construction and enhancement of rural gravel roads, offering:

Opting for our Engineered Base Stabilizer (EBS), an environmentally compliant stabilizer and surface seal, rather than conventional bitumen, cement, or asphalt, ensures a substantial reduction in GHG emissions.

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All sharps users must do the right thing when disposing of their used sharps. The inappropriate disposal of sharps, including needles, syringes and lancets, represents a health risk to the whole community.

EBS Surfaced roads maintain the commitment to being completely environmentally friendly and non-bitumen based, aligning with our dedication to sustainable and eco-conscious infrastructure solutions.

This breakthrough solution is particularly valuable for Government bodies, both Municipal and Provincial. It not only proves cost-effective but also heralds a significant reduction in future maintenance expenses for these roads.