How to load a skip safely and efficiently

When hiring a skip, it is important to know of any rules and safety guidance’s to ensure you are loading the skip safely and efficiently, avoiding accidents.

Here are a few simple steps which you can take to maximise skip space and keep things safe:

1. Location – Make sure this is close to your work space so that you don’t have to carry heavy materials back and forth too often. IF the skip has to be placed on the road, ensure safety cones and markings have been put up to avoid any accidents.

1. Think smarter – Put heavy materials at the bottom of the skip where possible. Ensure any old furniture has been broken down further so these fit into the skip maximising the space. Ensure packing boxes have been folded down before these have been thrown into the skip. Throwing stuff randomly into the skip will reduce the amount of space you have available.

1. No overloading – Ensure all waste is kept within the skip and not overflowing out of the edges. Skip hire companies can refuse to collect your waste if this has been overfilled unsafely as heavy materials can fall out causing a hazard.

1. Follow the rules – Avoid putting anything in to a skip which is classed as a hazardous material. This could be things like, paint, electricals, asbestos and even batteries.

If you’re even in doubt as to what you can and can’t do when it comes to skip hire, simply ask! The skip hire company can offer advice and guidance to help you work safely and efficiently.