Waste Disposal

The Government has been consistent in its message outlining the need to reduce the amount of waste generated and manage more effectively the waste produced. Directives are in place to reduce, re-use, recycle and recover waste so it is moved up the waste hierarchy.

Waste can be classified into three categories:

• Special
• Hazardous
• Non-hazardous

Each category has specific handling and disposal requirements and it is important to understand what these are.

When determining what type of waste management facilities need to be provided at your club, marina or company certain things should be remembered:

• Reduce, reuse or recycle materials where possible
• Install a suitable store to securely contain special and hazardous waste
• Make sure all maintenance is undertaken in designated dry dock or wash down areas. Collect and dispose of maintenance materials as solid wastes
• Most special waste will require a consignment note to be completed and accompany the movement of the waste
• The waste must be transferred for recycling or disposal suitably licensed waste contractor to an authorised person.

By disposing of waste responsibly we can help protect the marine environment from unsightly litter pollution and reduce the number of creatures entangled and poisoned by debris.

Recycle and earn money for your club

Make money for your club by recycling aluminum cans. Used aluminum cans fetch a good price. Companies such as the Metal Man in Auckland will pay fair prices for cans. Aluminum cans may also be put out in your curbside bin. You will also reduce your club’s waste disposal costs. So install a can crusher at your club and start collecting!