Every person plays an important role when it comes to saving the planet. As a business owner or manager, you can do your part to help the environment by starting a recycling program. Whether the concept is new at your workplace or you want the practice to pick up speed, here are four tips to get your staff on board with better trash management. 

How to Encourage Workplace Recycling 

1. Invest in Recycling Bins 

If you don’t already have recycling bins outside your building, you’ll need to get some installed. You may be able to get a standard-size container from your municipal waste management department for a low cost. However, many businesses require something more substantial. You can rent a receptacle from a commercial trash company in this case. In addition to the outdoor bins, you’ll need at least one small container in the office. Place it in a common area, such as a break room, so everyone knows where it is and can conveniently access it. You may want to remove desk trash bins, so employees are less inclined to throw away recyclables.

2. Send Reminders

If you want to deter employees from throwing everything in the trash, post flyers near the trash cans and dumpsters to remind people to recycle. You can also distribute notifications via email to let people know about the new focus on going green. 

3. Make Sure the Cleaning Staff Is On Board 

In addition to making employees aware of the recycling program, you’ll need to ensure your cleaning staff is on board. Hold a staff meeting for all staff with cleaning crew there, or a separate meeting if they work different hours than your other employees.

4. Make It a Community Effort 

Recycling can also encourage camaraderie and teamwork. Turn it into a competition, for instance, to see how many recyclables different departments can collect. Or, have a recycling cleanup day in the community to get employees excited about the eco-friendly initiative. 

For full-service recycling and waste management in the River Valley, AR, area, turn to RTI Trash in Russellville. Since 1978, they’ve been the community’s go-to trash collection company. They provide a range of roll-off rentals and recycling and garbage collection options to meet your business’ needs. Call (479) 890-2662 to speak with a friendly team member or visit the website to learn more about their services.