A number of on-site technologies are available for processing compostable organics.

The Recycled Organics Unit has developed a number of resources to support the successful processing of compostable organic material on-site.

• Kitchen signs and bin labels
  Electronic versions of correct labeling to ensure efficient source-separate collection of compostable organic material.

• Quick guide: Estimating food waste volume to improve food waste management
  The starting point for managing food waste is to work out how much food waste your business produces. Only then can you identify opportunities for your business to benefit from improved on-site management of food waste, and begin to consider technologies that may meet your specific needs.

• Quick guide: to selecting technology for use on-site to improve food waste management
  There are a range of technologies that can be used on-site to manage food waste. Such technologies may offer operational efficiencies, improve workplace conditions by increasing safety or reducing odours and flies, and reduce greenhouse emissions by diverting food wastes from landfill – but only if you choose the right technology for your situation.

  This information sheet provides a short checklist of considerations that you can use to compare different technologies and models to make sure you get the performance you expect, and the value for money you need.

• Establishing a source separate organics collection system
  Stepwise process to workout how much organic waste is produced by your enterprise, including information recording sheets for food waste, garden vegetation, wood & timber, and paper. Details how to set up a safe and effective collection system for organic material.

• On-site Composting Technology Options and Process Control Strategies
  This report contains information on technologies available, approvals and licensing, and the process of planning the installation of an organics management system.

• Implementing an Organics Management System
  This package provides a step-by-step guide to evaluating the suitability of on-site organics management systems for an individual organisation.
  Available soon.

• Vermiculture research
  A range of vermiculture tools and information resources have been developed to support the implementation of successful on-site vermiculture technologies.

• On-site technology suppliers listing
  A directory of suppliers of on-site technologies available for processing food waste materials is available via the Manage Food Waste Directory.

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