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General Waste Services Overview

General waste services provide an essential solution for all non-recyclable and non-hazardous waste. These bins are designed to handle everyday rubbish that can’t be placed in recycling or organics bins, keeping your site clean, safe, and compliant.

✅ What General Waste Services Cover

  • Everyday office and commercial waste – packaging, wrappers, non-recyclable plastics

  • Household-type rubbish – food scraps, nappies, disposable items

  • Mixed business waste – items not accepted in cardboard, commingled, or organics bins

  • Flexible bin sizes and collection schedules – services tailored to the needs of businesses big and small

❌ What General Waste Services Do Not Cover

  • Recyclables – cardboard, paper, glass, metals, and plastics that belong in recycling bins

  • Organics – food and garden waste (should go into FOGO or food organics services)

  • Hazardous waste – paints, chemicals, batteries, medical or clinical waste

  • Construction waste – bricks, concrete, timber, or rubble (requires skip or C&D services)

Household Context

Households typically have a red-lid general waste bin provided by their local council. This is where non-recyclable and non-compostable waste goes. For businesses, Waster offers tailored general waste services with more flexibility in bin sizes and pickup frequency.

Business Benefits

  • Keeps sites clean and compliant – ensures all rubbish is managed safely

  • Flexible collection schedules – adjust frequency to match waste volumes

  • Cost-effective – avoid contamination fines by keeping recyclables and hazardous items out

  • Works alongside other services – pairs well with cardboard, commingled, food organics, and specialty waste streams

Quick Reference

Accepted Not Accepted
Food scraps & general rubbish Recyclables (cardboard, commingled)
Non-recyclable plastics & wrappers Organics (garden, food for FOGO bins)
Nappies & sanitary items Hazardous waste (chemicals, batteries)
Disposable items Construction & demolition materials

Best Practices Summary

  1. Use general waste bins only for non-recyclable, non-hazardous rubbish.

  2. Keep recyclables, organics, and hazardous materials in their correct streams.

  3. Choose the right bin size and schedule to avoid overflow.

  4. Businesses should educate staff to reduce contamination.

Conclusion: General Waste Made Simple

General waste bins are the catch-all solution for rubbish that can’t be recycled or composted. By using them correctly and pairing them with other recycling services, you’ll keep your site clean, compliant, and cost-effective.

👉 Check out Waster’s General Waste bin options today in our online shop.

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