Waste Segregation Plan
Waste Segregation Plan
Waste Segregation Plan
RECYCLABLE
NON-RECYCLABLE
Milk/juice cartons,
cardboard boxes, paper
cups*, newspapers,
magazines
Plastics
Aluminum
Glass
Bottles, jars
* Paper cups with a thin plastic lining are generally recyclable waxed paper cups and
other waxed products are generally not recyclable.
COMPOSTABLE
Check with your waste service provider what materials they will accept
via an organics collection system. Generally, food scraps and paper that
will break down into organic matter can be composted.
BIODEGRADABLE
Check with your waste service provider whether they will collect certain
biodegradable materials. Sugarcane fiber, bamboo, cornstarch,
polyactide (PLA), cellophane wrap made from cellulose and some other
materials can be broken down into organic matter over a period of time if
exposed.
Avoid packaging.
Minimize giveaways.
Utilize reusable, recyclable or compostable/biodegradable food and
beverage ware.
Provide highly visible, clearly labeled waste and recycling bins.
(Aluminum, glass, plastic, steel and paper recycling is usually
collected via yellow, 240L recycling bins, with labeled lids.
Cardboard recycling is usually collected via a labeled skip).
Enquire about hiring Councils bin caps and signage, for a
refundable deposit.
Empty bins before they are full.
Safely store, use and dispose of potentially polluting substances,
eg used cooking oil is to be stored in a sealed container and
removed for off-site disposal. Note that a Spills Management Plan
is required when hazardous substances are present at an event.
Store used wastewater in a sealed container and remove for off-site
disposal. Wastewater is not permitted to be disposed of via the
storm water drain.
Arrange bins consistently throughout the site, with a recycling bin
always next to a waste bin.
Locate bin stations near to where food and beverages will be
consumed, at entry/exit points, close to toilets/facilities and at the
intersection of pathways. Consider the access needs of children,
people with disabilities, service providers and contractors.
Positions bin a maximum of 14 metres apart and make them
visible.
Identify a bin collection point and bin transfer routes to the
collection point.