Shredding & Recycling

Shredding and recycling is a part of waste management that requires extra attention in the area of security.

Shredding and recycling are an important part of waste management. While these practices are an essential part of modern life, families and businesses must ensure their personal and organizational information is protected.

Shredding Best Practices

Individuals interested in recycling can shred their own paper or they can use an on-site shredder for recycling. In this case, a large shredding machine arrives on the premises and shreds all documents in front of the owners. Doing a background check on security companies before using their services is always a good idea.

Disposal

When recycling shredded paper, ensure the documents have been shredded properly and that private information is not accidentally disclosed. If a shredding company is disposing of the documents, ensure the shredded recyclables are deposited in a safe and secure area. Organizations such as universities that manage mass amounts of information offer strong examples of good disposal practices.

Benefits

While shredding your own documents or hiring an external company to do it involves time and sometimes money, it is an effective waste-management process. It benefits the environment and also ensures your personal information is protected. Shredding benefits the environment as the material is re-used in other paper products including commercial packaging, office paper and stationery supplies.

References

• Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority: media page