Make sure that waste materials don’t stick out from the sides of the skip. This can pose a potential hazard for road users or pedestrians.
Be aware that skip hire may require a skip hire permit which will cost money and takes time to organize.
Builders Skips: Capacity, 6-8 cu yards or 4.6 - 6.1 cu meters. Height, 4' or 1.22 meters. Length, 12' or 3.66 meters. Width 5'6” or 1.68 meters.
If you do need to place a skip on the road or highway make sure the skip is placed in a position where it won’t become a danger to road users.
Normally a skip permit is valid for a month after which can be renewed.
If your skip isn’t filled and its contents aren’t stable, cover with dampened or netting to prevent inside waste materials from blowing out.
Never overload your skip, make sure it’s emptied once it’s filled up.
Builders Skips: Suitable for domestic or business. The most popular type of skip.
When it’s dark or visibility is poor because of fog or mist, place reflective cones or flashing marker lights around the skip.
Usually the vehicle delivering the skip to your house will be a LGV and are normally very large. Make sure there is enough room to allow it in and out safely.
When carrying out renovations or building works to your property, you may find that you need to hire a builder's skip to get rid of the rubble or rubbish. 4th November, 2006
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