Ensuring skip hire safety.
To hire a skip, you don’t need to be a professional, but there are procedures you must take to ensure maximum safety. You could be using the skip for an abundance of reasons, such as you’re moving home and need to have a convenient clear out. You could even need a skip for a commercial construction project. Whether your skip hire is for domestic or commercial purposes, your safety and the safety of those around you needs to come first.
Load your skip responsibly.
For ultimate skip hire safety, loading the heavier items into your skip first makes the most logical sense. There’s a reason for that. It might not always be the easiest option but this way there’s no risk of the items in the skip becoming insecure or moving around when the skip is transported. This maintains the security of the skip throughout the entire process. Never overload your skip either, as this too could result in the items becoming loose and a danger. If your waste is overflowing out of the skip, the skip itself will not be able to move. Following these guidelines with your skip hire means you will never be taken by surprise by a falling waste object and your safety will remain intact.
Avoid hazardous materials.
At KSD Environmental, our years of experience means we are extremely knowledgeable of skip safety and what can and cannot go into your skip. When choosing us as your skip hire service for all of your domestic and commercial waste needs, we are happily available to offer our expert advice anytime you need it. You cannot put TVs, fridges, batteries, medical waste, and many more items into your skip. These come under certain restrictions and will require prior arrangement with your skip hire company. If you have any doubts at all or are looking for any advice, make sure you consult with your skip hire company as they will know what is best for your safety.
Consider those around you.
Consider where you are placing your skip in the first place. Is it being placed on the street, or on public property? If so, the ground needs to be stable and free of all obstructions. Unlike storing your skip on private land, you will need a permit to place your skip on public property or the highway. The local council will be able to issue your permit but there will be a charge involved. Please allow at least 48 hours to be issued your permit by the local council. This safety procedure takes into account pedestrians that could be at risk from any potential skip hire hazards walking past.
Discuss skip size with your skip hire company.
A small skip may do just the job for a domestic clearance. Our 4 yd skip can fit roughly 30-40 bin bags which could be perfect for revamping your home. However, for more commercial projects, perhaps a bigger ‘roro’ skip is what you need. Always pick a skip big enough for your project as you don’t want to risk overfilling your skip, posing a danger to yourself and others around you.
Wear safety gear.
To keep yourself as safe as possible, we would advise you to wear safety gear when loading waste into your skip. From goggles to gloves, protecting your body should always be a priority. This way you’ll be almost immune to any accidental flying debris and if your feet are protected by thick boots, you are less likely to damage your toes if you drop something.
Always seek necessary advice.
When you hire a skip from KSD Environmental you’ll be in safe hands. Our friendly team is available to offer any advice and guidance, not only about our skip hire services but also about our safety procedures too. Your safety comes first and will always be at the heart of everything we do. We are happy to advise you on any legalities, such as what can go in your skip and what can’t, and also offer you any guidance on keeping yourself safe. You can be comforted knowing that your waste is being managed by a reliable and trustworthy skip hire company.
For more advice from an experienced waste collection company, get in touch with our team today on 01273 608 711. We look forward to hearing from you.
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