Responsible rubbish disposal is everyone’s responsibility, and it’s an important one. In addition to health and safety, it’s important to protect the environment. Disposing of rubbish properly helps reduce the amount of waste that goes to landfill, prevents local wildlife from harm, conserves natural resources, prevents illegal waste operators from succeeding, and protects property values.
There are plenty of reasons to practice responsible rubbish disposal, but we’re going to focus on three key factors for Sydney residents.
Environmental Impact
Sydney is a unique environment that boasts a diverse ecosystem, with forests, wetlands, and stunning wildlife you won’t see anywhere else in the world. Improper waste disposal puts that unique environment at risk, with plastic waste in waterways directly harming critically endangered marine life. Not only can they get caught up in waste, but they may also mistake the plastic for food leading to injury or death. Disposing of your rubbish responsibly protects our natural habitats and unique species.
The main threats to the Eastern Blue-Tongued Lizard are cars and dogs, but they also rely on a clean environment to bask in. They require plenty of ground cover, which is under threat due to improper waste disposal. Likewise, the Sydney funnel-web spider is also at risk, and while you may not care about a venomous spider, you should! University of Queensland research has shown the protein from their venom may be able to help human heart conditions, with the drug now moving to the clinical trial stage. Even the unlikeliest creatures can be a hero, so making an effort to dispose of waste responsibly is an impactful one.
Recycling and proper waste disposal reduce the pressure on landfills, which is an important part of protecting Sydney’s beauty. Landfills release potent greenhouse gases actively contributing to climate change. This can also spread toxic chemicals into the water supply and soil nearby. Responsible waste disposal protects the environment, locally and beyond.
Health and Safety Benefits
Sydney is a densely populated area, improper rubbish disposal can present serious health and safety risks to the general public. When waste accumulates, it is a breeding ground for pests and pests spread disease. By disposing of rubbish responsibly, you eliminate breeding grounds which makes our urban spaces much safer and healthier.
Improving our rubbish disposal behaviours also limits the risk of water and air pollution, which is important to human and wildlife health and safety. If rubbish is disposed of improperly, it can leach into the waterway, air, and soil, which can lead to a range of health issues, including respiratory problems and water-borne illnesses.
Just seven kilometres outside Sydney’s CBD, Bondi Beach is perhaps the greatest example of responsible waste practices. A community-led initiative focused on cleaner beaches reduced pollution in the area. Yet the beach (and six others) has only just re-opened after a forced closure due to black golf ball-sized deposits washing to shore. The Environment Protection Authority is still looking into where they came from, but they were made up of fuel oil, cosmetic and cleaning products, highlighting the need for more responsible rubbish disposal.
Legal Obligations
If health, safety, and the environment aren’t enough to convince you to do the right thing with your rubbish, perhaps your legal obligation will be. If you get caught dumping improperly, it can result in fines that will set you back thousands of dollars. The cost is even greater for businesses caught dumping, depending on the severity of the disposal and the type of items being disposed of.
Sydney has strict regulations around rubbish and waste disposal and they’re designed to maintain public health and environmental standards. Residents and businesses must adhere to these rules including recycling requirements, hazardous materials handling and disposal, and waste separation.
With so many regulations to follow, you may be safer hiring a professional rubbish removal company that can remove and dispose of your waste responsibly. Cheapest Load of Rubbish plays a pivotal role in supporting the Sydney community and the waste management regulations by providing waste disposal solutions at an affordable price. We’re proud to play our part in the community, helping businesses and residents sort, dispose of, and recycle rubbish, ensuring you meet your legal obligations, but also protecting Sydney’s health, safety, and the environment.
How Cheapest Load of Rubbish Can Help
When you call Cheapest Load of Rubbish, there are no hidden fees – we make the booking process simple and we state our costs upfront. Our experienced rubbish removalists will arrive punctually and they won’t leave until you’re satisfied. We’re well-trained in efficiency, breaking rubbish down to load our trucks as efficiently as possible, which means your dollar stretches further. We remove old mattresses, white goods, furniture, garden waste, construction rubbish, commercial rubbish and clear out deceased estates.
If you’re looking for rubbish removal in Sydney, get in touch to book with us today or use the contact form to enquire.
