Source reduction does not require the construction of waste management facilities. What is does require is informed choices. Through the dozens of small choices employees make each day, large amounts of waste can be prevented at the source. The results show that source reduction programs can substantially reduce waste and cost, and that the reductions are measurable. The following eight steps can help your organization get started.
Management decides to support source reduction efforts.
Upper management must understand the need to prevent waste. Developing a mission statement and goals. Seeing that regular announcements and recognition take place. By informing employees of cost and environmental waste issues, management communicates its concern and encourages employees to become involved. Managers request a volunteer from each department.