Most people make the mistake of putting all sorts of trash together. For them, one trash is the same as the other, so there’s no need to segregate. Little do they realise that their actions affect not just them but the environment and society as a whole.
Environmental Impact
Waste can cause much trouble starting with the environment. Poor waste disposal can cause harmful materials and bacteria to leak out of landfills and reach people’s homes. Waste pollutes the air and contributes to greenhouse gases and acid rain. Decaying organic waste from food turns into methane, which is highly flammable and explosive even. One wrong move and the area could catch fire in an instant.
Health and Safety
Poor waste disposal threatens people’s health and safety. Some people just throw their trash in canals and manholes. In large amounts, these can clog wastewater passages that may cause floods and harmful substances to linger in the area. In worst cases, waste mixes with drinking water, which causes diseases such as dysentery and cholera. Improper disposal of trash containing asbestos poses risks to people’s health.
Businesses
Poor waste segregation and disposal will make a mark in different industries, such as agriculture. Waste that mixes with the soil will affect its productivity, thus affecting the growth and yield of crops. These can lead to fewer produce and profits for people who rely on farming.
Government Response
Recognising the threats of poor waste segregation and disposal in the area, the Australian government set strict guidelines in disposal and handling of different kinds of waste. Hazardous wastes such as flammable liquids go to a separate container from regular waste. The government encourages recycling initiatives for gadgets and other electronics.
Poor waste management poses a threat to people, business, health and environment. Kwik Skips specialises in waste management and provides people with skip bins to ease their cleaning initiatives. Our company has a team knowledgeable in waste classifications and their proper handling. Contact us for more information.
