A Quick Guide on The Dos and Don’ts of Rubbish Disposal

Most of us have good intentions when it comes to disposing of our rubbish. Yes, we want to recycle. And yes, we want to reduce our carbon footprint by reducing our contribution to filling up landfills. But the problem is that we’re not entirely sure how to go about doing that. To a novice, proper disposal of rubbish can be a complicated task that requires more detailed explanation.

If you would like to know about how to dispose of your waste in an efficient manner, and all the dos and don’ts involved in rubbish removal, then read on.

• Do Carefully Dispose of Needles/Sharps/Syringes

Careful disposal of needles and sharps is of paramount importance. Never throw sharps in the trash. Needles and syringes should also not be discarded in the recycling bin as they are not recyclable. The proper and acceptable way to safely dispose of sharps is to seal them in an Australian Standard sharps container immediately after use. These containers are made of heavy-duty plastic and are puncture-proof.

You can contact your local council or check with a rubbish removal company, such as got junk Sydney, to help you with getting rid of such hazardous waste. When in doubt about disposal of any form of medical waste, do not hesitate to contact the experts for guidance. Medical wastes are hazardous and need to be handled with care.

• Don’t Mix General Rubbish with Recyclable Waste

Sometimes we tend to be lazy and take the easy way out, like throwing out some non-recyclable waste in the recycling bin. What you need to keep in mind is that this could make your entire recyclable load unusable, which means that it will be rejected by the recycling plant and end up in a land fill. So, educate your kids and yourself about the proper way to dispose of non-recyclable and recyclable material to avoid such mishaps.

• Do Recycle Your Electronics Separately

Please don’t throw your electronics in the recycling bins. Collect any old electronics and other e-waste and drop them off at collection points setup exclusively for e-waste. All electronic gadgets contain toxic components that should not end up on a landfill. Instead, having them recycled means that many parts can be reused and those parts that are unusable can be recycled. What’s more, you will probably make a few bucks by recycling your electronics. Just do a quick search online to find where and how to recycle electronics in your city.

• Don’t Recycle Soiled or Greasy Cardboard Boxes

Debris such as grease make cardboard boxes unfit for recycling. Paper and cardboard boxes are soaked in water to form a pulp that can then be turned into recycled paper and the likes. But if the paper or cardboard has grease on it, it can mess with the texture of the pulp and hence cannot be used. If you have a pizza box to discard, see if you can salvage part of it for recycling. If the bottom of the box is free of grease, tear of the top and throw it in the trash, and reserve the bottom for the normal trash bin.

• Do Sign Up for A Weekly or Monthly Rubbish Removal Arrangement

Whether you’re a commercial business or a just a household that generates a lot of rubbish on a regular basis, having a weekly, biweekly or monthly rubbish removal arrangement in place can give you peace of mind. Apart from saving you time sorting through trash, partnering with a rubbish removal service like got junk Sydney, will keep your premises clean and hygienic, which is a top priority for most home and business owners.

Having trash accumulating for a long time could lead to pest/rat problems as well. Having your waste removed in a timely manner can go a long way in saving you time, effort, and money in the long run.

• Don’t Recycle Toxic Containers

Look out for the danger symbol on containers holding substances such as paint, bleach, motor oil, pesticides and other hazardous materials. These toxic containers are not recyclable. Check with your local council on the proper procedure of disposing of such hazardous containers.

With some careful planning and a smart waste management system in place, every house and business can reduce their contribution to the landfill, by recycling and reusing most of their rubbish. The first step is to know the dos and don’ts. Now that you know them, it’ll be simpler and more doable to recycle, reduce and reuse as much as possible. It’s time to make the move towards a cleaner, greener future.

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