There are laws enforced by the Environment Agency and Local Authorities regarding the proper disposal of waste, including the categories that they fall under. In general, “all waste produced can also present a real safety hazard to workers on site if it is not properly managed throughout the project”. 

 

Before work starts, the management of waste disposal must be decided “in a timely and effective manner”, as well as who will be responsible regarding the collection and disposal of the specific types of waste, providing that the company and individuals are fully aware of these duties. All workers must be made aware of the types of waste, the hazards from mixing them and the proper means of segregation. 

 

However, all waste produced can also present a real safety hazard to workers if it is not properly managed throughout the project.” 

 

Managers/supervisors therefore need to decide: 

 

How waste produced during building work will be managed; and 

 

Who is responsible for collecting and disposal of waste? Problems arise when company and individual duties are not made clear before work starts. 

 

 

Flammable materials - make sure that all flammable waste (such as boxes, packaging and timber offcuts) are cleared away regularly to reduce fire risks; 

Work areas - make clearing waste a priority. Check that everyone is aware of what is required and that it is completed;