Waste collection at your company in 5 steps
Raw materials are becoming increasingly scarce, and prices are going up as a result. Recycling allows us to use of resources for a longer period of time. Business waste still contains valuable materials that can be recycled with proper collection. Disposing of waste can also entail significant costs. So it's time to better manage waste flows in the office as well. Here are 5 steps to help you do just that!
1. Take inventory of your waste streams
An important first step in reducing your waste costs is to ensure good traceability and monitor waste production using reliable data.
2. Appoint a waste management coordinator within the company
This gives you someone who can oversee all waste streams, and employees will know who to contact if they have any questions.
3. Make sure your employees are well-informed
Be sure to train your staff. They're the key players when it comes to proper waste collection. It also encourages them to suggest their own ideas for reducing and preventing waste. And the result? Simple, low-cost actions that can be implemented quickly to reduce waste and cut costs in the process.
4. Put waste sorting bins in central locations
The first advantage of centralized waste sorting bins is greater mobility. Employees often need to step away from their desks to dispose of waste. Additionally, these bins also help cleaning staff save time. This is because they no longer need to go into every individual office to empty trash bins.
5. Keep communicating about waste collection
Even if your company has designated waste stations and containers for every type of waste, it's not always clear where you have to dispose of what waste. That's why it's best to clearly label containers with stickers so everyone knows what waste can be deposited there. A bulletin board with clear instructions can also be helpful.