Waste and Recycling
Collection
How am I expected to dispose of my waste?
There are a number of different methods available to dispose of your waste in the
correct manner:
Wheeled Bins
If your business uses a wheeled bin service it is important that the bin is presented
on time for uplift and in the proper way (i.e. Waste fully contained within the
wheeled bin as per Duty of Care requirements). The bin should be removed from the
kerbside immediately after emptying. It is important that the bin is well maintained
and clean. It is you statutory responsibility to ensure the bin(s) are of adequate
size and are uplifted regularly to prevent over-filling.
Stickers
If the waste you produce is mostly cardboard a sticker collection service may be
the most suitable method for disposal. The Council operates a cardboard recycling
service using both stickers and logos.
Sacks
The council is keen to encourage containerisation of waste and restrict the use
of plastic sacks. Our pricing policy reflects this and wheeled bins and containers
are less expensive for traders than using plastic sacks on a volume basis.
Skips
There are a number of different types and sizes of skip that are especially useful
if you are having a clearout, moving premises or simply producing large quantities
of waste.
Never deposit your waste:
- in a street litter bin
- in a domestic wheeled bin
- in another traders wheeled bin
In addition, never give your waste to any person other than authorised waste carrier
who can issue you with a relevant Waste Transfer Note.
The above activities are illegal and persons will be liable for prosecution
if found doing so.
South Ayrshire Council has powers under the
Environmental Protection Act 1990 to specify the type and number of waste
receptacles needed to contain the waste and avoid nuisance to others. Fines for
not complying are up to £1,000.