Waste and Recycling
Advice for Traders
- Provide sufficient litter bins, preferably covered, throughout the working and non-working
areas (e.g. coffee room).
- Ensure that office bins are of adequate size for the quantity of litter produced.
- Empty the bins on a regular basis.
- Encourage a waste conscious attitude and code of conduct amongst staff at every
level. Train new staff to follow these guidelines.
- Keep within the law by having a trade waste refuse collection agreement with either
the Council or a private contractor authorised to carry waste.
- Set aside adequate storage space for trade waste, either inside the building or
in an enclosed area outside, but not on the pavement.
- Place trade refuse containers in a sheltered place to avoid spillage and exposure
to wind. Keep them secure from animals and scavengers.
- Ensure that trade refuse containers are of adequate capacity, are in good condition
and are cleaned regularly.
- Refuse containers should be taken back into your premises immediately after they
have been emptied to avoid unsightliness and general obstruction to pedestrians.
- Carry out regular clean-ups, including the rear of the premises, car parks, delivery
and storage areas.