Indicator 2.8.4

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Indicator 2.8.4

by Contact on 8 October 2026

Requirement

The UoC shall dispose of biosolids responsibly if they cannot be re-used.

How Do I Interpret This Requirement?

  • The responsible disposal of biosolids mitigates impacts on natural ecosystems and waterbodies.

    • Impacts may include salinisation or eutrophication.

  • The UoC should develop and implement a biosolids management plan which procedures relating to the responsible disposal of biosolids.

Evidence of Implementation

  • Documents outlining the process and location of biosolids disposal.

  • The documents should demonstrate biosolids are disposed of responsibly. An example may be a biosolids management plan.

  • The management plan may include a flow diagram that outlines key steps for the disposal of biosolids.

  • If biosolids are transferred to a third party, evidence should be available to confirm that the third party has disposed of biosolids responsibly.

Auditors Should Confirm

  • Documents, for example a biosolids management plan, have been presented which demonstrate the responsible disposal of biosolids.

  • If biosolids are transferred to a third-party, evidence has been presented to confirm that the third-party has responsibly disposed of biosolids.