Always Empty Containers Thoroughly Residual material shouldn't become waste. Leaving material in containers is a waste of business resources. It pays to show employees how to empty containers thoroughly and to stress the need for productive use of all of the materials within each container. For some materials, it may be necessary to install draining stands to achieve full removal. In some cases it may be necessary to mechanically lift and tilt large containers from the factory floor to help employees reach material residues easily.
Dirty containers cost money.
Both the reuse and recycle potentials of containers virtually disappear if contamination is present. Market values of containers decrease if visible product remains in them. Avoid long-term liability. It is especially important to remove all hazardous materials from containers. Federal regulations hold the user of a container responsible for future environmental damage caused by hazardous residues in containers.