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Seton’s comprehensive range of waste reduction and reuse recycle products includes everything you need to suit your workplace. Using our expertise as leaders in the provision of workplace equipment, we have gathered the best waste segregation items in one place.

Legally, companies are obliged to implement waste reduction for greener and cleaner environments. Having the right waste segregation equipment ensures effective waste reduction strategies. Choose from our top-quality and BS-approved bins, containers and waste reduction signage to promote your 5S and LEAN working waste segregation systems.

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Implementing a 5S Waste System


One of the basic principles of 5S methodology is “Sort” which looks at ways to organise your workplace in order to make operations easier. Waste removal through red tagging and disposing of rubbish and other unwanted items is a major part of this element. Spending time looking at this in detail during the initial stages of implementing workplace efficiency strategies will make a huge difference to every other step going forward.

Think not just about what equipment and assets you have that are no longer needed, but also about consumables that must be disposed of continuously during normal operations.

When thinking specifically about regular waste disposal and how to implement a working system going forward you must consider the following locations:

  • Storage areas – clear them of waste packaging and other clutter and then decide whether waste bins are required in these locations

  • Aisles and walkways – place bins at regular intervals to prevent rubbish becoming a trip hazard by being dropped accidentally

  • Process areas – small receptacles such as colour coded swing bins are perfect near machinery or other high use areas as these can be easily emptied into larger bins


Using Waste Categories to Determine Need


Legislation is in place to categorise waste and determine how you should dispose of it. When deciding what provision you need look at how much refuse you produce and where it sits on the waste hierarchy. This will help you determine the most efficient way of dealing with it and what processes should be set up going forward.

The 5 waste categories are:
  • Prevention – Can you organise work to remove the need for waste items entirely? This will always be preferable though not always practical.

  • Prepare for reuse – Can items be repaired or refurbished rather than thrown away? Think about using working components for spare parts or reusing packaging.

  • Recycling – Can an item be broken down and the raw material used to manufacture another product? Many items will likely fall into this category and provision for this should be a priority.

  • Other recovery – Can energy be recovered by incineration or gasification? For non-recyclable goods that are used often this should be investigated.

  • Disposal – If the answer is “no” to all of the above questions this category comes into play. Landfill and general incineration should be considered only as a last resort.


Waste should always be sorted as close to the source as possible to prevent double-handling. Provide larger waste containers where required and ensure they are clearly labelled using recognised signage to show where items such as wood, electrical waste and scrap metal should be placed.

FAQ's

What is the importance of a 5S waste segregation system?

The 5S system refers to the five steps – sort, set in order, shine, standardise, and sustain – needed to create productive workspaces. Sorting and ordering form integral parts of a 5S waste segregation system and promote waste reuse. It enables companies to reduce waste by sorting items to reuse and recycle. This waste segregation system promotes waste prevention and reusing materials. Seton offers top-quality products to help you achieve your 5S waste segregation goals:
  • Our four-wheeled waste containers made from polyethylene are robust and durable but easy to move and manoeuvre when full. Choose between three colours to specify which waste should go where.

  • You can use our swing bins in your internal spaces to promote 5S waste management. The lids are colour-coded to indicate which waste belongs in which bins, making it easy to spot items meant for reusing and recycling.


How can I improve workplace waste efficiency?

The best way to improve workplace waste efficiency is by purchasing our top-quality containers, bins and waste management signage to encourage workers to reuse and recycle. WRAP recycling is especially important for efficient waste management.

Seton’s double-sided waste and resources action programme (WRAP) recycling signs can be seen from all angles and are made from durable plastic for both interior and exterior settings. Affix it near bins and containers to encourage recycling.

How can I prevent waste disposal?

You can prevent unnecessary waste disposal by clearly labelling your recycling and reusing containers and bins. Seton has bins and containers suitable for all spaces and stocks all the necessary signage to mark and indicate how waste should be managed. Our signage includes paper and card, wood and timber, electrical, scrap metal, and non-recyclable labels for all working environments. These signs are all approved and comply with government-led WRAP recycling and WRAP reuse principles.

Here at Seton, you will find everything you are looking for to implement and promote your waste management strategies.