Compliance & Regulation — FAQ (Ireland)

Ireland · Construction · Waste · Compliance

Clear guidance on permits, inspections, anti-fly-tipping proof, the EU Waste Framework Directive, and digital records for construction & demolition (C&D) waste — in plain English, with practical steps for operators and contractors.

Focused on what inspectors, councils and clients ask for — and how to have the right evidence ready.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Click to expand each answer. Irish context for C&D waste and haulage.

Q1: What permits are needed to transport C&D waste in Ireland? ›

Hauliers require a valid Waste Collection Permit, and destination facilities must hold the appropriate EPA or local authority authorisations. Operators should be able to show the permit status and the authorised destination for each load during inspections.

• Keep permit details current and accessible for checks
• Use authorised facilities; retain receipts/records
• Maintain clear, auditable evidence for every movement

How Hub360 helps: Hub360 records the full movement with GPS, timestamps, photos and a digital docket per load, making inspections faster — your permit docs plus Hub360’s evidence give a complete picture.

Q2: How can I prove my fleet isn’t involved in fly-tipping? ›

Paper dockets can be misplaced or forged. GPS trails, time-stamped photos, and load-level records are far stronger evidence. If there’s an allegation, being able to show the exact route, time and delivery confirmation is the difference between a dispute and a quick resolution.

• Capture photos at loading and tipping with timestamps
• Retain the route trace and delivery confirmation
• Store records so they can be shared securely if needed

How Hub360 helps: Every Hub360 load has time, location, photo and docket proof. You can filter by vehicle, date or project and share evidence packs that stand up to scrutiny.

Q3: How does the EU Waste Framework Directive affect Irish operators? ›

It sets EU-wide recycling targets and expects transparent reporting on where waste goes. Practically, this means more emphasis on traceability and verifiable data for C&D materials. Councils are tightening checks and expect evidence that’s easy to verify.

• Document destinations and material streams clearly
• Use verifiable records rather than manual summaries
• Be ready to produce evidence quickly during tenders and audits

How Hub360 helps: Hub360 keeps a searchable digital record per load — dates, routes, materials, destinations — so compliance reviews are quicker and cleaner.

Q4: Are digital records accepted for compliance? ›

Yes. Digital records are increasingly preferred because they’re harder to lose, faster to validate, and can include geolocation and photo evidence. Paper alone is rarely enough when there’s a dispute or audit.

• Use time-stamped GPS plus photos to validate movements
• Keep records in a system that’s easy to search and export
• Share read-only evidence with clients or inspectors when needed

How Hub360 helps: Hub360 provides searchable digital dockets with GPS and photos attached to each load, so you can produce the exact proof an inspector or client asks for — in seconds.

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