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Preparation of Waste Management Plan

Name: Usluga izrade plana upravljanja otpadom (2025)
Brand: Akhdar Consulting

Does your company produce more than 100 tons of non-hazardous waste or 200 kilograms of hazardous waste annually? If yes, the law requires you to prepare a waste management plan.

Our team prepares complete plans in accordance with the valid laws of the Republic of Serbia and European Union directives – quickly, efficiently, and 100% legally.

Below you can find what the plan must contain, how the preparation process looks, and why this is a mandatory part of responsible business practice.

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Does your company have a legal obligation to possess a Waste Management Plan?

According to the valid Waste Management Law of the Republic of Serbia (“Official Gazette RS”, Nos. 36/2009, 88/2010, 14/2016, 95/2018 – other law and 35/2023) certain companies and organizations are legally obliged to prepare and implement a Waste Management Plan.

This obligation exists to prevent pollution, preserve the environment, and ensure responsible waste handling throughout its entire lifecycle.

If you do not possess this plan, you risk high financial penalties and possible prohibition of business operations in case of inspection control.

● Financial penalties ranging from 500,000 to 2,000,000 RSD for legal entities

● Penalties from 50,000 to 150,000 RSD for responsible persons in the company

● Prohibition of business operations in case of serious violations of the law

(source: Article 109, Waste Management Law)

Not sure if you are obligated to have a waste management plan?

Send us basic information about your business and waste quantities – and you will receive a free assessment of your legal obligations as soon as possible!

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Type of Subject	Plan Obligation?	Details
Industrial Facilities	✔ Yes	If they produce more than: ● 100 t of non-hazardous waste annually or ● 200 kg of hazardous waste annually
Construction Companies	✔ Yes	Especially applies to construction and demolition waste
Medical and Pharmaceutical Institutions	✔ Yes	Due to the presence of hazardous and infectious waste
Public Institutions and Utility Companies	✔ Yes	Depending on the scope and activity
Small Companies (producing smaller quantities)	❌ / ✔ Depends	Exempt in some cases, but analysis is recommended

How Does Our Waste Management Plan Preparation Process Work?

Preparing a Waste Management Plan is a structured and legally defined process that ensures your company manages waste in a safe, sustainable, and fully compliant manner with the regulations of the Republic of Serbia.

Our team handles the entire procedure—from waste analysis and classification to delivering the final document, ready for inspection readiness.

To start the process, we need basic information about your facility: activity type, location, waste quantities, and previous documentation (if available).

Based on that, we create a plan tailored to your specific needs.

The preparation process includes the following phases:

Waste Testing and Classification

● The first step is obtaining or analyzing a waste testing report.

● We classify waste as: non-hazardous, hazardous, and inert, in accordance with applicable regulations.

● If you don't have a report – we arrange it through accredited laboratories.

Assessment of Current Waste Flows

● We analyze how waste is generated, collected, stored, and transported.

● We gather data on waste volumes, types per activity, and equipment.

Plan Development and Procedure Definition

The plan includes:

● Strategies for waste reduction

● Protocols for collection, separation, storage, and transport

● Safety measures for employees handling waste

● Solutions for recycling and reuse

● Procedures for record‑keeping and legal compliance

Employee Training & Integration into Business Operations

Duration: by arrangement

● We organize training for staff handling waste and responsible persons. We integrate the Plan into your management system: quality (ISO 9001), environmental (ISO 14001), workplace safety (ISO 45001).

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Monitoring, Updating & Legal Compliance

● We include guidelines for regular plan updates.

● We provide support if there is an audit, inspection, or changes in business operations.

● The plan is drafted so it can serve as evidence of compliance during inspection.

We tailor the entire process according to your sector, waste type, and operational structure.

Our goal is an efficient, legally compliant, and inspection-ready plan with minimal burden on your team.

What Must a Waste Management Plan Include?

The waste management plan is not just an administrative document—it must contain specific, actionable, and legally mandated elements that ensure proper waste management at every stage: generation, storage, transport, and disposal.

In accordance with the Waste Management Law of the Republic of Serbia (Article 25) and related regulations, every plan must include the following key components:

The essential elements every plan must contain:

Description of Waste Types and Quantities

● Detailed identification of all waste types generated in business processes, with codes according to the Waste Catalog.

● Classification of waste as non-hazardous, hazardous, and inert.

Existing Procedures and Practices

● The current waste collection, storage and transport system.

● Whether there are active contracts with operators, recycling centers, and authorized collectors.

Strategies for Reduction, Reuse, and Recycling

● Planned measures to prevent waste generation.

● Solutions for recycling, resource recovery, and using waste materials within the circular economy.

Employee & Environmental Protection Measures

● Mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE) for employees.

● Protocols for safe handling of hazardous materials.

● Measures to prevent contamination of water, soil, and air.

Waste Storage and Disposal

● Container types, storage locations, and labeling methods.

● Transport method and final disposal options: recycling, landfill, incineration, etc.

Record‑Keeping & Reporting

● Methods for maintaining daily and annual waste records.

● Reporting obligations to the Environmental Protection Agency and other authorities.

Plan Revision & Audit Schedule

● Schedule for plan review and updates.

● Responsible persons for implementation, audit, and process improvement

Note: The waste management plan requires your company to submit an annual waste report (by March 31 for the previous year), in accordance with the Waste Management Law (“Official Gazette RS”, nos. 36/2009, 88/2010, 14/2016, 95/2018 – other law and 35/2023).

Through this document, your company demonstrates:

● a high level of environmental and legal responsibility,
● preparedness for inspections,
● and compliance with permit, certification, and public contract requirements.

Below, see what you receive when you engage us to prepare your waste management plan.

Our Service – What You Get When You Hire Us

Waste management is not just a technical matter—it is a legal, environmental, and reputational responsibility.

Our team provides a complete service for preparing a Waste Management Plan, tailored to your sector, waste volume, and business specifics.

We operate on a turnkey basis—promptly, professionally, and fully compliant with legal requirements.

Services provided:

Service	Description
New plan creation	Custom document prepared according to current regulations, inspection‑ready
Existing plan updating	Revision of plans in accordance with legal changes (2023/2025)
Waste testing organization	If you don’t have a testing report—we arrange analysis through an accredited laboratory
Employee training	Training for waste‑handling staff and responsible persons
Technical and legal documentation	Everything needed for inspections, permits, or tender documentation
Consultation & support	Assistance during audits, communication with authorities, and post‑delivery support

When is a plan required for permits and certification?

In practice, a Waste Management Plan is increasingly required as a mandatory document in the following situations:

- When applying for an integrated permit for facilities

- During ISO 14001 environmental certification

- As part of technical documentation for public procurement

- When renewing environmental or construction permits

Turnaround time:

Plans are typically completed within 10–20 working days, depending on facility complexity, documentation availability, and client needs.

Legal certainty guaranteed

We guarantee that every plan we prepare will comply with the Waste Management Law and be inspection‑ready.

We monitor all legal updates and recommendations from the Ministry of Environmental Protection and EU directives—you're always legally covered.

With every plan, you also get:

● Final document in Word and PDF format

● Internal guide for implementation and record‑keeping

● Recommendations for optimizing your current waste management system

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FAQ

According to the Waste Management Law of the Republic of Serbia, the Plan is mandatory for legal entities and facilities that annually generate: ● more than 100 tons of non-hazardous waste, or ● more than 200 kg of hazardous waste. This obligation applies to industrial facilities, construction companies, hospitals, pharmaceutical institutions, as well as municipal enterprises and public institutions managing significant waste streams.

Penalties are defined in Article 109 of the Waste Management Law and range from: ● 500,000 to 2,000,000 RSD for legal entities, ● 50,000 to 150,000 RSD for the responsible person in the company, ● In case of repeated or severe violations: prohibition of business operations. The Plan is the first document requested by an inspector during an audit, and its absence often leads to further checks and sanctions.

Typically, the following data and documents are required: ● Basic company information (activity, location, contact), ● Information on types and quantities of generated waste, ● Existing technical documentation (if available), ● Waste analysis report (we can organize it if you don't have one). After receiving the data, we analyze and create a plan tailored to your business specifics.

Yes, absolutely. Depending on your business organization and facility distribution, we can: ● prepare a unified plan covering all locations, ● or a separate plan for each location, if required by inspection or regulations. It all depends on the type of activity and internal waste management processes.

If you don't have a report on waste characteristics, we will arrange it. We collaborate with accredited laboratories that perform the necessary analyses. This report is legally required and is the first step in creating a valid plan.

In practice, the plan is usually prepared for a period of 3 to 5 years, but must be updated: ● if there are changes in technology or work processes, ● if the type or quantity of waste changes, ● or upon request of the competent authority (e.g., after inspection). Regular updates demonstrate the company's responsibility and commitment.

A small business may be exempt if: ● it doesn't generate significant amounts of waste, ● or if the waste is strictly municipal in nature. However, even small companies in sectors such as printing, service workshops, and hair salons may be legally obligated if they use chemicals or generate specific types of waste. That’s why we always recommend a free assessment.

Absolutely. All our plans: ● are prepared in accordance with applicable laws and standards, ● are accepted during inspections, ● can be used as required documentation for public procurements, obtaining integrated permits, or within ISO certification processes.

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