Sewers are not waste disposal units even though we flush human waste down the toilet.
They are designed to take away rainwater from roads, waste water from sinks and baths, toilet paper and human waste flushed down the toilet.
100s of people cause blockages in sewers or damage to the environment by putting rubbish down the toilet.
To avoid blocked pipes, plumbing bills and damage to the environment, put the following in your bin:
• Disposable nappies
• Wet wipes
• Plasters
• Contraceptives
• Incontinence pads
• Female hygiene products
• Colostomy bags and bandage
Wrap razor blades carefully in paper and put them in the bin and return medicines to your local pharmacy. Syringes and needles should be returned to a healthcare provider.
Solidified fat is one of the biggest causes of blocked sinks and can lead to blockages in our sewers. Don’t pour fat from cooking down the sink as it can cause blockages when it cools. Let it cool and pour into a container before putting it in a bin.
