Systematic Review:
A waste audit is a structured process that examines all waste generated within a workplace or organization.
Purpose:
It helps customers comply with service agreements, environmental regulations, and operational standards. It aims to verify accurate reporting, minimize contamination, optimize service efficiency, and maintain trust through transparency.
Benefits:
Waste audits can reveal opportunities for cost savings, reduce waste hauling and disposal costs, and improve recycling efforts.
Customers:
All commercial clients, prioritized by volume, contamination history, or contractual risk
Aspects Audited:
Cardboard segregation and contamination levels
Accuracy of volume reporting
Adherence to storage and collection protocols
Compliance with local recycling regulations
Frequency
Routine: Annual audits for all customers
Targeted: Quarterly for high-risk clients (e.g., past violations, high volume)
