Silver Bins

Temporary Paper Cleanout Bins

Offices conducting large paper cleanouts or purges may request a temporary paper cleanout bin.

• Paper cleanout bins are for paper only, not garbage or surplus property.
• Unless you are putting paper in the bin, keep the lid closed to comply with fire codes.
• For information on requesting delivery or pickup of a paper cleanout bin, see the Recycling Procedures page.
• The location of the bin must not obstruct egress or present a fire hazard.
• Monitor the bin's fullness and weight, especially if books are being recycled. It must be possible to move the bin easily.
• Cleanouts should be completed as quickly as possible (no longer than 1 week).

OK in Cleanout Bin: anything that goes in any of the bagits (see Recycling Procedures) staples, paper clips hanging files (remove metal or plastic strip) flattened corrugated cardboard (place moderate amounts on top of bin) hardbound books (place on top of bin) Not OK in Cleanout Bin large metal fasteners rubber bands 3-ring or spiral binders plastic notebooks string sharps/lab glass (see EH&S web page) trash

Bagit Storage and Transport

The Recycling Program and Custodial Services use silver bins in loading areas to keep filled bagits and transport them to the Recycling Center.