Waste separation instructions
The instructions apply to local government units that, in cooperation with EKO-FLOR PLUS doo, have organized the collection of certain types of household waste.
Waste separation is a proud act of environmental protection. Recycling, reuse and waste reduction begin with separation and understanding what it means to behave responsibly towards waste and the environment.
BLUE CONTAINER
Whether it’s a bucket or a bag, the blue container is for PAPER AND CARDBOARD.
When disposing of items in this container, make sure that metal staples are removed from catalogs and magazines, that you do not throw away planners bound in plastic or other materials, and that everything is flattened. Remove plastic parts and foil from the packaging and transfer them to the yellow container.
GOES:
– newspapers, magazines, catalogs
– letters, envelopes, printing paper, notebooks, loose-leaf books, greeting cards
– paper bags
– smaller cardboard boxes
– paper and cardboard packaging: boxes for food and cosmetic products, eggs, shoes…
IT DOES NOT WORK:
– soiled and greasy paper, wet wipes
– self-adhesive foils and stickers
– photographs, photo paper
– wallpaper scraps
– used Tetra Pak packaging
– paper with foil or plastic
YELLOW CONTAINER
Yellow bins and bags are used for disposing of PLASTIC AND MULTILAYER PACKAGING SUCH AS TETRA-PAK . Everything that goes into the yellow container should be previously rinsed of food or beverage residues and flattened.
GOES:
– used Tetra Pak packaging for milk, juices…
– bottles for: dairy products and other beverages, oil and vinegar, detergents (without hazardous waste label)
– plastic caps and lids, cutlery, straws
– CD and DVD boxes
– bags for sweets and snacks, frozen products, toilet paper or paper towels, plastic bags from stores
– plastic boxes for spreads, ice cream, household bowls
– protective plastic packaging, plastic or foil
– plastic toys (without other materials)
– packaging for cosmetics and personal hygiene products (for creams, shampoos, etc.)
IT DOES NOT WORK:
– multilayer packaging that is made up of plastic foil on the outside and aluminum foil on the inside (e.g. large packages of baby food or snack packs)
– children’s toys made from multiple materials
– wallpaper, styrofoam, sponges, laminate
– toothbrushes
– cables (power, network)
– umbrellas, sports balls, lighters
– packaging plastic of hazardous waste, such as packaging of corrosive acids and substances (e.g. from pesticides, paints, varnishes, solvents) and packaging of motor oils and lubricants
MIXED MUNICIPAL WASTE CONTAINER
The popular trash can will receive all the waste that you have not managed to sort into the blue or yellow container or take to the green islands or recycling yard. It is very important to ensure that no hazardous waste is disposed of in this container, as the contents end up in landfills.
GOES:
– vacuum cleaner bags
– toilet paper, wet wipes
– food preparation leftovers
– soiled or coated waxed papers
– packaging unsuitable for recycling (e.g. multilayer plastic and aluminum, packaging for medicines)
– stickers
– sponges, wallpaper
– bowls and wooden utensils
– diapers and sanitary napkins
IT DOES NOT WORK:
– metal, glass and plastic packaging
– used Tetra Pak packaging for milk and beverages
– electrical and electronic devices (and associated accessories such as cables)
– bulky, metal and construction waste
– hazardous waste (fluorescent lamps, energy-saving lamps, varnishes, solvents, batteries and accumulators)
– liquid and semi-liquid waste, embers and hot ash
– live animals and animal carcasses
