Title Page
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Organization Name
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Conducted on (Date and Time)
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Prepared by
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Location
Planning
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Confirm if the following are done:
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Evaluate waste hauler’s accepted recyclable types against current collections
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Determine methods and waste categories
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Outline goals and state some predictions
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Made a list of multiple, well-ventilated areas where waste sorting can be conducted
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List pros and cons of sorting at each area (ventilation, convenience, flooring, clean-up)
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Consider recruiting help if needed for the physical tasks
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Obtain buy-in/permission for waste sorting at the most ideal location
PPE and Sorting Equipment
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Confirm if the following are ready:
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Puncture-resistant nitrile gloves
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Full Tyvek coverall
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Eye protection
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Face masks
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Long tongs
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Clean-up supplies and equipment
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First-Aid Kit
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Large plastic sheet to be spread on a flat surface or folding Tables w/ Plastic Covering (Consider creating a "lip" or frame on the perimeter of the table under the plastic covering to keep liquids from running off.)
Waste Sorting
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Confirm if the following are done:
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Coordinate time and place with the sorting team
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Coordinate waste "pull" and note the time and place of sample
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Execute audit by separating waste by waste stream. (If the trash is already in a bag or bin, consider not dumping that bag or bin. Lift the items out of that container to leave possible wet slop in the bottom)
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Tally up or weigh various waste streams and record
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Clean up and dispose/recycle properly
Findings and Follow-up
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Tally the data collected
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Compare findings against initial predictions
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Objectively evaluate the sample size and date/time of "pull" and sort
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Compare findings to previous waste-audits if available
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Compare findings against purchasing records
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Discuss findings with custodial staff and other stakeholders
Completion
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Provide recommendations and action plans
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Completed by: Name and Signature