Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future
Perth Property Cleanups recognises its responsibility to minimise its environmental impact and contribute to a sustainable future. We are committed to conducting our operations in an environmentally responsible manner, adhering to all relevant Western Australian environmental legislation and regulations.
1. Policy Statement
We are dedicated to:
- Reducing waste and promoting recycling.
- Minimising our contribution to environmental change.
- Prioritising reuse over disposal.
- Preventing pollution through the avoidance of burning, spills, leaks, and dumping.
- Ensuring the safe handling and avoidance of asbestos.
2. Objectives
Our environmental objectives are to:
- Implement effective recycling practices for all recyclable materials.
- Educate and train our employees on environmental best practices.
- Promote the reuse of materials and items whenever possible.
- Prevent pollution by adhering to strict waste management procedures.
- Avoid the disturbance or removal of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs).
- Continuously improve our environmental performance.
3. Recycling and Waste Management
- We will establish and maintain recycling programs for paper, cardboard, plastics, metals, and other recyclable materials.
- We will separate recyclable materials from general waste at all work sites.
- We will utilise licensed recycling facilities for the disposal of recyclable materials.
- We will minimise the generation of waste through efficient work practices and material management.
- We will ensure that all waste is disposed of at approved waste facilities.
4. Reuse vs. Disposal
- We will prioritise the reuse of materials and items whenever feasible.
- We will assess items collected during cleanups for potential reuse, donation, or repurposing.
- We will collaborate with local charities and organisations to donate reusable items.
- We will educate our clients on the benefits of reuse and encourage them to participate in reuse initiatives.
5. Prevention of Pollution
- We will strictly prohibit the burning of waste materials.
- We will implement procedures to prevent spills and leaks of liquids and hazardous substances.
- We will ensure that all vehicles and equipment are properly maintained to prevent leaks.
- We will prohibit the dumping of waste materials in unauthorised locations.
- We will use environmentally friendly cleaning products where possible.
6. Asbestos Management
- Perth Property Cleanups will not knowingly disturb or remove asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) without a licensed asbestos removalist.
- If suspected ACMs are encountered, work will cease immediately, and a qualified asbestos assessor will be contacted.
- We will ensure that all employees are trained on asbestos awareness and the risks associated with ACMs.
7. Environmental Change
- We will endeavour to reduce our carbon footprint by using fuel-efficient vehicles, and planning efficient routes.
- We will consider the environment when purchasing equipment and supplies.
- We will stay informed on changes to environmental regulations, and best practices.
8. Employee Training and Awareness
- We will provide environmental training to all employees, covering topics such as recycling, waste management, and pollution prevention.
- We will promote environmental awareness through regular communication and educational materials.
- We will encourage employees to suggest ideas for improving our environmental performance.
9. Compliance and Monitoring
- We will comply with all relevant Western Australian environmental legislation and regulations.
- We will regularly monitor our environmental performance and identify areas for improvement.
- We will conduct periodic audits to ensure compliance with this policy.
10. Continuous Improvement
- We are committed to continuously improving our environmental performance.
- We will review and update this policy regularly to reflect changes in legislation and best practices.
- We will actively seek feedback from employees, clients, and stakeholders on our environmental initiatives.
11. Policy Availability
- This policy will be made available to all employees, contractors, clients, and the public.
- It will be displayed on our website and at our workplace.