Compost Removal: Tips For Safe And Accurate Removal With Your Facility Provider

Composting is a growing practice for those who aim to reduce their waste and overall effect on the environment. What it is, is an aerobic method of decomposing organic solid waste, and it’s becoming very common in the restaurant industry among its environmentally conscious professionals. In addition to helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions, it also helps to reduce waste removal costs and expenses.

Like most alternative waste removal solutions, there are certain safety protocols and proper removal methods related to composting and the removal of compost. Because the pro-compost community is so welcoming and supportive of people choosing to compost, there is no shortage of information available online at the click of the button. To save you some time, here are some tips for the safe and accurate removal of compost:

Compost Removal: Buy (or Rent) the Right Tools

In more remote locations, and usually involving more organic communities, some people opt to designate open yard space for their compost pile. This involves little to no equipment, and isn’t the best (or safest) way to compost.

If you operate a business in a metropolitan area, you’ll want to look into more industrial composting resources, though still not a lot of equipment or tools are necessary. This route typically involves a designated compost bin, and for certain compost projects, an acceptable bin liner. Experts recommend using a green compost bin and placing it near any food-prep areas in your facility, next to your garbage and recycle bins. Along with the color coding (green for compost), it may be wise to include signage and instructions for those disposing of food waste. In some cases, local compost service entities may provide bins and liners to help facilitate composting.

Compost Removal: Screen Your Compost

As far as safety and precision goes, it’s critical to screen your compost and ensure it’s ready for removal. Rake through your compost bin and move large items to one side. You’ll know it’s ready when it is a rich dark brown, smells earthy, and crumbles. Once decomposed, schedule a removal with your provider! Here is a helpful composting guide by the Sierra Club’s Washington D.C. chapter!

Compost Removal: Decide Whether to Use or Remove

Whether you use or remove your compost, it should be moved away from the pile or out of the compost bin when fully decomposed. If you decide to use your compost and you don’t have a bin, you can transport small amounts at a time using gardening tools, but make sure to wear the appropriate protective equipment. If you prefer to remove it and haven’t previously worked with a composting company, contact a local compost removal service and let the experts do the rest!

If you engaged the services of a local composting company before starting your compost project, then notify their associates that your compost is ready, and they will happily schedule a pick up.