A binman has taken to TikTok to urge residents to stop putting three common items in their recycling bins, warning that they can contaminate the load and cause issues for waste collectors.
In a video posted by user @binman_b, the first item highlighted is tissues. According to Recycle Now, tissues are made of short fibres that are not high enough quality to be recycled, so they should go in the general waste bin instead.
The second item is crisp packets. These are not recyclable in home collections but can be taken to certain retailers that accept plastic bags and wrapping for recycling.
Finally, the binman stressed that dog poo should never be placed in the recycling bin. He said: 'Stop putting it in there because it's not recyclable and it absolutely stinks. Look after your binmen.' Recycle Now advises that pet waste should be bagged and put in the general waste bin.
Fellow binmen commented on the post, noting that contaminated bins may not be collected, and that hidden batteries have caused truck fires. One homeowner, however, dismissed the plea, saying they would continue to put grass cuttings in the recycling.
