Janitorial Waste Disposal Procedures
Janitorial waste disposal procedures are the step‑by‑step methods cleaners use to safely collect, segregate, move, and discard waste from a facility. A good procedure protects staff, occupants, and the environment while keeping you compliant with local regulations and customer standards. 1. Types of Waste Janitorial Staff Handle Before you define procedures, classify what you’re dealing with: General waste: Office trash, packaging, food scraps, restroom paper waste. Recyclables: Paper, cardboard, certain plastics, metals, glass (as defined by the local recycling program). Sanitary waste: Feminine hygiene products, incontinence pads, diapers. Sharps and medical-type waste (where applicable): Needles, lancets, broken glass contaminated with body fluids. Chemical waste: Unused or spent cleaning chemicals, contaminated absorbents, empty hazardous containers. Your written procedures should clearly state which of these categories appear at each site and how each is handled. 2. General Waste ...