1. Accepting, sorting and counting containers
[Caps principle policy – May 2025]
Webinar recording – Caps/lids policy
https://youtu.be/EtaqtCpjzj4
Guidelines & resources – New lids/caps policy
See below some guidelines to help you navigate this new policy. You can also find: the policy itself HERE the webinar recording HERE the contamination table for lid bins HERE (to help staff identify the most common contamination issues) the FAQ HERE the form to...
Toolbox Other Material Types
Bulk Declaration Notated Example
Counting sheets examples
You will find below several examples of counting sheets you can use at your Refund Point: Count sheet regional Count sheet bulk return Count sheet bag drop
What’s in and What’s out series – Eligibility posters
It’s no secret that eligibility isn’t straight forward. The time to train staff on what’s in and out is time consuming and even experienced counters make mistakes. It also helps to have your own refresher! Find below one-page guides that can be used for: Staff...
Contamination table
Dealing with contamination and non-eligible containers
Contamination is a common issue in recycling. Whether through ignorance, carelessness, or by practicing “wishful recycling”, the public tends to add to recycling bins material that cannot be recycled due to its nature or state. In the Containers for Change scheme, the...
Dealing with contamination and ineligibles at bag drop – PDF
Counting and sorting material
Once customers have deposited their containers, it is time to sort and count them. Containers need to be both: Correctly sorted: To ensure the materials are not contaminated before being baled and sold to the recycler. Counted accurately: For the customer to receive...