A4.02 Waste Management
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Provide a CCTV camera in the waste disposal area on each level and in the main collection room to deter misuse. All garbage and recycle rooms and areas must have coved junctions between walls and floor. Apply an epoxy coating capable of withstanding water and other chemicals associated with cleaning the bins to the walls and floors of all garbage and recycle rooms and areas. Provide clear access to garbage rooms and ensure ramp grades do not prohibit bins being wheeled by a single person / operator - avoid the need for motorised bin moving equipment where possible. Ensure adequate space provision and plumbing is allowed in all developments near the main waste room for bin washing. All waste management areas should have a direct route from external road and be secure from site (aesthetics). All garbage and recycling systems must accommodate estimated volume and usage requirements and conform with the waste management strategy. Waste management plan must be reviewed by a waste management consultant.
Section Summary
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Provide a functional and easily accessible waste management area. Consideration to noise and proximity to habitable spaces, odour and ease of cleaning and maintenance should be a high priority.
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Waste Management Considerations Checklist:
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All new properties must have a waste management plan in accordance with the relevant local Council guidelines. Once the Waste Management Plan has been approved by Council, compliance should be maintained and periodically updated if required by Council. Projects should be designed in such a way that all waste can be collected by Council if possible. Developments which incorporate chutes for waste management are viewed less favourably than those without chutes. HCA’s preference is for all projects of 6 storeys or less to have no chutes. Whether incorporating chutes or not, HCA’s preference is for all waste rooms to be fully accessible, including waste rooms located on each floor of an apartment building. Waste rooms on every floor with chute access should also have space provision adequate for temporary placement of electronic waste and waste items that are too large for the chutes. Space should also be allowed where possible to accommodate a 240-litre bin in the event of chute blockages. In all instances an induction session to the residents around the waste management strategy for each development needs to be provided and product manuals must be provided by the contractor.
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Low Density Waste Management Considerations Checklist:
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Where possible screen all bins from view.
Consider travel distances for residents to ensure waste removal strategies for the site are adhered to. Council requirements must be checked to ensure bin enclosures are sized appropriately. Where bin requirements are excessive HCA should be notified and alternative solutions considered ie. Alternative waste management solution.
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High Density Waste Management Considerations Checklist:
SDA Waste Management Considerations Checklist:
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Where chutes are being provided a minimum of two should be installed to allow for general waste and recycling separation. Waste chutes to be located within bin rooms at each floor to avoid odours and spills in common lobbies and corridors. In all waste rooms containing bins, su cient space should be provided to ensure that the bins can be all accessed individually, or to easily allow bins to be rotated under the bin chutes. Additional space should be provided in the main waste room for temporary storage of hard waste, and bulky packaging. Generally, allow an area of 2 sqm, or for projects over 50 apartments allow 4 sq m. Design of all waste rooms must consider ventilation and refrigeration requirements, floor waste/cleanable considerations.
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Path of travel, and travel distance, between SDA dwellings and associated waste disposal facilities can be managed by a variety of people, including those with mobility limitations Waste disposal facilities can be accessed from a seated (ie. wheelchair) or standing position. Operable controls of waste facilities are located at an accessible height (900-1200mm AFFL) and are not within 500mm of an internal corner.
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