Can I Share a Bin With Another Business?
Sometimes businesses ask if they can share a bin with a neighbouring shop or office to save space or reduce costs. The answer is no — Waster does not allow bin sharing between multiple businesses. Each site must have its own service account and bins.
❌ Why Bin Sharing Is Not Allowed
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Responsibility and accountability – each bin must be linked to one business account holder. If bins are shared, it’s unclear who is responsible for contamination, access issues, or missed services.
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Compliance requirements – waste regulations require clear records of which business generates waste. Sharing bins can create compliance risks.
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Access problems – if one business blocks access, both miss their service, and futile fees may apply.
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Contamination risks – when multiple businesses use the same bin, it’s harder to control what goes in, increasing the risk of contamination charges.
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Service planning – collections are scheduled based on one business’s waste profile. Shared use may lead to overfull bins or missed pickups.
✅ The Correct Approach
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Each business must book its own bin service under its own account.
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If businesses are in the same building or complex, separate bins will be allocated for each tenant.
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Waster can help advise on the most cost-effective bin type and frequency to suit your waste needs.
Household Context
This rule applies to business services only. Households continue to use council-provided bins, which are already managed per property.
Quick Reference
| Not Allowed | Correct Approach |
|---|---|
| Sharing bins between businesses | Each business has its own bins |
| Moving bins between sites | Services allocated per site/account |
| No clear responsibility | One account holder per bin service |
| Multiple users on one service | Transparent, single-user billing and service |
Best Practices Summary
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Do not share bins with other businesses.
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Ensure each business books its own service directly with Waster.
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If you’re unsure about bin sizes or service frequency, ask Waster for advice.
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Keep services separate to avoid compliance issues and unnecessary fees.
Conclusion: One Business, One Bin Service
Bin sharing between businesses is not allowed. To keep services compliant, efficient, and accountable, every business must arrange its own bins and collections with Waster.
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