New Workplace Waste Rules: Is Your Business Compliant?
Since last year, businesses with 10 or more employees have been legally required to separate waste into specific categories. If your workplace hasn’t made the switch yet, now is the perfect time to get started.
What you need to do
Workplaces must ensure waste is properly sorted:
- Recycling bins for paper, plastic, glass, and metals
- A separate bin for food waste
- General waste bins strictly for non-recyclable materials
Who needs to act next?
Smaller businesses with fewer than 10 employees have until 31 March 2027 to comply. However, making the change early can reduce disruption and make the transition smoother in the long run.
Why it matters
This legislation is part of a wider effort to improve recycling rates and reduce environmental impact across workplaces. Failing to comply could result in enforcement notices or fines, so it’s important to get it right.
Need support?
Setting up compliant waste systems doesn’t have to be complicated. Here at BOSS, we offer ready-made bin solutions to help your business make the switch quickly and easily.