Set an Example

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Reducing plastics and packaging at site level is an important way in which the industry can work towards protecting the environment. Even small steps can make a huge difference and will set a precedent for environmentally conscious behaviour.

Site Managers can set an example by:

  • Encouraging operatives to participate in environmental campaigns such as #PassOnPlastic, #PledgeLessPlastic and National Recycling Week.
  • Working with local communities by participating in local litter picks, clean-up events and beach clean-ups.
  • Donating unused or unwanted plastics and packaging to local communities.
  • Encouraging operatives to reduce the amount of single-use plastics and packaging they use in their daily lives.
  • Encouraging operatives to think of ways the site can reduce plastic and packaging waste, as this can drive forward best practice and innovation.

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The Hub features examples of construction industry best practice sourced from across the UK and Ireland. It can be used by anyone in the industry including site managers, contractors, suppliers and clients, who are looking to improve their standards of considerate construction.

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