Reference Documents - MCU23-0142

3.2.4.       Refuse Minimisation
Refuse minimisation is an important part of any site operation, it is strongly recommended that building
operations staff are actively involved in encouraging and assisting building occupants to follow the refuse
hierarchy. At a minimum, the following should be implemented. Guidance on additional refuse minimisation
options can be provided during the operational phase of the development by external review.
Refuse minimisation requires regular reviewing to ensure operational sustainability of refuse volumes,
equipment and economic feasibility. It is recommended that refuse weights and movements are noted and
reviewed.
Table 3.7: Refuse Minimisation Checklist
 Objectives                                                          Checked   Remarks
 Regular review of grocery quantities to avoid over-ordering and
 food waste.
 Consideration of secondary and recycled materials where possible.

 Encouraging refuse minimisation through education and signage
 (see below).
 Reduce refuse through continuous monitoring and review (see
 below).




3.2.5.       Education and Communication

On-going education is important to ensure people continue to use the facilities as originally intended and to
avoid ongoing contamination of recoverable refuse streams. Building operations staff should be involved in
the education of occupants and encouraging participation in recycling activities. All leasing contracts should
contain clauses pertaining to waste management arrangements and use of any associated equipment.

Table 3.8: Education and Communication Checklist
 Objectives                                                    Checked   Remarks
 Communication of refuse management arrangements to
 occupants, staff and contractors as required.
 Consideration of promotional opportunities for any
 successes e.g. local shopping partnerships / discounts.




Site: 23 – 25 Sidoni Street, Tewantin                                                                      24
Reference: 23BRW0171