Element

Service Standard

Waste Management Service

•  systems procedures and operational arrangements are developed and  adhered to, for the safe handling, segregation, collection and storage of waste prior to removal from the Facility;

•  service will include for removal, disposal of all effluent, waste and refuse from all parts of the Facility;

•  system(s) shall be based on risk assessment undertaken by the Contractor;

•  minimise handling at all stages;

•  comply with the Authority's Waste Management Policy;

•  implement Waste reduction and minimisation measures wherever practicable;

•  provide management information and advice to the Authority.

General segregation and handling

•  appropriate protective clothing is worn at all times when handling Waste;

•  bag weight limits are observed and not exceeded;

•  all containers shall be stored out of the sight of Users;

•  containers shall be Waste type-specific, labelled accordingly and used only for storage and transportation of that Waste type;

•  sacks and containers are sealed and labelled  with the source of Waste.

Domestic waste handling and segregation

•  shall be stored in black bags;

•  all containers shall be stored out of the sight of Users;

•  bins and other waste receptacles shall be emptied when full or producing odour and relined with a new bin liner and kept free of dust, dirt, smears, deposits and marks of any kind.

Internal collection and storage

•  separate bins to be available for Domestic Waste and recyclables;

•  type, size and number of containers is adequate for the activities undertaken in the Zone;

•  waste types are kept separate at all times;

•  lockable, dedicated trucks, trolleys or wheeled containers shall be:

o  clean and free from residual dirt or water;

o  leak free;

o  easy to load/unload;

o  do not offer harbourage for insects or vermin;

o  in good repair.

•  storage areas for Waste are free from malodour and do not lead to infestation and/or contamination.

External collection and storage areas

•  well lit and ventilated;

•  out of the sight of Users; and

•  away from main circulation points;

•  kept secure and locked when not in use;

•  well drained and free from standing water;

•  clearly marked with warning signs;

•  provided with first aid facilities;

•  equipped with appropriate personal protective equipment.