Perth and Kinross Waste and Recycling Bin Policy
Perth & Kinross Council formally adopted a Waste and
Recycling Bin Policy for all householders and businesses within
Perth and Kinross.
With additional stipulations from the Health and Safety Executive
(HSE) in relation to manual handling operations and the
presentation of waste and assisted lifts procedures, a formal Waste
and Recycling Bin Policy was formally approved by the elected
members of The Environment Committee (13 June 2007).
The policy, for both householders and businesses, now formally
asks that bins be presented before 7.30am on the day of collection,
that bin lids are completely closed and that no side or excess
waste is put out. Should any of these rules not be followed then
the wheeled bin and/or excess waste will not be uplifted.
For full details please see the Waste and Recycling Bin
Policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please see below for the questions we are asked the most about
the Bin Policy.
I have always presented extra bags/overfilled bins. Why
will they no longer be uplifted?
The Council will not be collecting side waste left in bags or
boxes at the side of a bin and we will not collect overfilled bins
or bins that are too heavy. There are several reasons why the
policy has been introduced:
1) This is due to advice from the Health and Safety Executive. Many
injuries including cuts, needle (stick) injuries and back problems
are caused by this practice. Bins with lids up are potentially
overweight and therefore are difficult to move and can damage the
bin on lifting causing further health and safety risks.
2) By not accepting side waste we are reinforcing the need and
requirement for householders and businesses to use their recycling
bins, meeting recycling rates and therefore avoiding financial
penalties from the government.
3) It will assist in tackling the litter problems associated with
waste that is not presented correctly i.e. dispersal through
animals, birds and vandalism.
4) It will overcome safety issues for residents and pedestrians
from bins and sacks presented on the pavement overnight or for long
periods out with the normal collection date/time.
What happens if I present my bin after 7.30am and it is
missed?
The new policy states that bins/bags must be presented by 07.30 on
the day of collection. If a householder/business does not do this,
and the bin/bags are missed they will have to wait until the next
scheduled collection or take their waste to one of the Recycling
Centres.
Why are you rolling out the bin policy when some
householders do not have any access to kerbside
recycling?
The main reason for the development of the policy is due to
health and safety implications relating to the collection of
wheeled bins and sacks for the collection crews and operatives.
Perth & Kinross Council cannot delay the implementation of the
Waste and Recycling Bin Policy for these reasons.
What happens if no-one takes responsibility for the
extra waste?
We have dedicated Waste Advisors who will endeavour to deal with
excess waste that is fly tipped through the Enforcement Procedure
for Dealing with Side Waste and Overfilled Bins.
Who do I contact for more information?
If you have any further questions please contact the Customer
Service Centre on 01738 476476, email to recycle@pkc.gov.uk or visit www.pkc.gov.uk/recycling
