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Define: Waste Disposal System

The meaning of “Waste Disposal System” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is Waste disposal defined in a legal contract?

  • Waste disposal means the processes including landfilling, incineration without energy recovery, or other equivalent operations which do not involve waste recovery. This includes the preparation of waste for disposal, even if the reclamation of substances or energy is a secondary outcome. Seen in 10 SEC filings.
  • Waste disposal means the operations which offer a final solution for waste materials that can neither be re-used nor processed. These operations are performed in a manner that does not endanger the environment or human life and health. Seen in 2 SEC filings.
  • Waste disposal means the act of releasing waste into the environment, as well as related preparatory operations. Seen in 2 SEC filings.
  • Waste disposal means the process of disposing of any materials used for cleanup and residual waste, in accordance with applicable regulations. Seen in 2 SEC filings.
  • Waste disposal means any disposal of radiation sources after their use has been completed. This can include storage, release, deposition, returning through a scheme, or treatment as ordinary waste. Seen in 1 SEC filings.

How is Waste Disposal System defined in a legal contract?

  • Waste Disposal System means systems such as sewers or waste treatment facilities, along with facilities for the collection and disposal of refuse, garbage, and liquid and solid waste materials. Seen in 10 SEC filings.
  • Waste Disposal System means a facility or service for collection, transportation, processing, storage, or disposal of solid waste. Due to specific clauses and elements, this definition has only been included once, due to overlap with another definition. Seen in 9 SEC filings.
  • Waste Disposal System means any equipment or apparatus that is capable of dispersing wastewater that has not been treated or processed by a wastewater treatment plant or facility. It doesn't include facilities considered either beneficial water resources or non-discharging facilities. Seen in 5 SEC filings.
  • Waste Disposal System means any part of a disposal system or facilities constructed for receiving, transporting, treating, and disposing of waste collected by the sanitary sewer collection systems of the [organization]'s customers, with any essential future extensions or modifications. Seen in 3 SEC filings.
  • Waste Disposal System means the combination of a building sewer and cesspool or a building sewer and septic tank or other treatment facility and effluent sewer and absorption facility. Seen in 1 SEC filing.

Note: pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

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Which definition should you use?

🤔 has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

  • Waste disposal means operations that safely dispose of waste materials, not recovered, into the environment, where protection of human health is ensured.

Relevant Contract Type

Relevant Circumstances

  • Construction or renovation of commercial buildings or residential properties
  • Operations of businesses that produce waste materials as byproducts

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 1

  • Waste Disposal System means a network of facilities or services assisting in collection, transportation, treating and disposing of waste.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Urban development and infrastructure planning
  • Construction of large residential or commercial buildings
  • Industrial production and manufacturing processes.

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

  • Waste disposal means the final processes for waste that cannot be reused, ensuring environmental safety and public health.

Relevant Contract Type

Relevant Circumstances

  • Management of waste in cities and towns
  • Industrial operations that generate waste materials

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

  • Waste Disposal System means equipment or apparatus dispersing untreated wastewater from a treatment plant or facility.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Establishment of wastewater treatment plants or facilities
  • Industrial processes that produce large amounts of wastewater

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 3

  • Waste disposal means the correct procedures for ridding leftover materials in accordance with legal and environmental regulations.

Relevant Contract Type

Relevant Circumstances

  • Cleanup operations after natural or man-made disasters
  • Disposal of hazardous waste

Relevant Sectors

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Waste Disposal System means a network of facilities or services assisting in collection, transportation, treating and disposing of waste.

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