Disused batteries are becoming a major issue for the safety of bin men and members of the public.
Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority say batteries can cause fires if not disposed of properly.
There have been incidents in the past where batteries have caused fires in bin lorries as they were still connected to electrical devices. Batteries can be disposed in supermarkets, waste recycling centres and waste banks located around Merseyside.
With Liverpool’s recycling rate being below the national average, are people still confused on what they can recycle?
John Lally from Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority explained there are many misunderstandings when it comes to recycling your household waste.
There have been incidents in the past where batteries have caused fires in bin lorries as they were still connected to electrical devices. Batteries can be disposed in supermarkets, waste recycling centres and waste banks located around Merseyside.
Some people believe that organising their recycling their waste into bin bags is helping the recycling authority – but John pointed out they’re wrong. Bin bags cause delays in sorting the waste at recycling centres and can also cause the machines to jam.
Another issue with recycling made by the public is recycling items with food waste over the waste products. For example, pizza boxes with grease over cardboard cannot be recycled as the material has been disrupted by food waste.
- If you need any help with your recycling, you can go to recyclingright.org.uk
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