Site Waste Management Plans: Advanced Workshops

2007

Welcome

Housekeeping Arrangements and agenda

Fire safety

Bathrooms

Mobile phones

Agenda Introduction Standard, good and best practice Exercise Design Coffee Onsite operations Exercise Industry speaker Lunch Embedding SWMPs Exercise Questions and answers Summary Close

WRAP works in partnership to:

encourage and enable businesses and consumers to be more efficient in their use of materials and recycle things more often

this helps to minimise landfill, reduce carbon emissions and improve our environment

Why construction?

Overall material consumption by construction industry (>400 Mt per year)

M t

on

nes Quantity of construction

and demolition waste generated (~120 Mt per year UK)

Waste construction materials that are recycled / reused (~60 Mt per year)

WRAP in Construction

• Waste minimisation and management

• Materials recycling

• Procurement

Construction ProgrammeHeadline Targets 2006 – 08

• Tonnage: 1.7m tonnes of material diverted from landfill or avoided from being extracted from primary resources

• Value: £10bn value of construction projects where requirements are set for waste minimisation, recycling and recycled content

• Savings: £50m saving to the construction sector from minimising site waste and recycling more waste

• R & D product development

• Capital investment in segregation and reprocessing

• Business finance and support

• Recycling schemes

• Site waste management

• Client and policy requirements

• Technical advice

• Tools and guidance

SWMP Advanced Workshops Aims

Assumptions of knowledge

Role of workshops and Personal Action Plans

SWMP events 2006 - 2007

Joint events with WRAP in early 2006 Recent events in early 2007 Aimed to raise awareness and introduce SWMPs

You, the audience… Are aware of what a SWMP is Are already using SWMPs in some form Want to identify how you can gain the potential benefits from the use of SWMPs in your projects

Using SWMPs to improve materials resource efficiency so you can:

Demonstrate Good and Best practice Use SWMPs at the design stage - driving

waste minimisation throughout a project Identify how SWMPs can link with other

tools Demonstrate continual improvement in on

site operations through the use of SWMPs Embed SWMPs within procedures and

operations

SWMP Consultation

• Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005

• Defra has developed proposals for compulsory site waste management plans in England.  (A similar consultation is expected in Wales later in the year.)

http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/construction-sitewaste/index.htm

• The closing date for responses is 9 July 2007

Personal Action Plans Dual role - plan for you to act on

- WRAP to identify industry needs

Time after each section and workshop

Collected at the end of the day

Confidential

Site Waste Management Plans;

Standard, good and best practice

Manchester, 1st May 2007

Murray Reid/Rubina GreenwoodC4S

Overview Recap on Site Waste Management Plans

Standard, Good and Best Practice

Conclusions

Personal Action Plan

Site Waste Management PlansOriginally a voluntary Code of Practice (DTI, 2004)

Now to be regulated in England and Wales: aimed at projects over £250,000 Projects <£250,000 – a SWMP not required Projects £250,000 - £500,000 – a basic SWMP is

required Projects over £500,000 – a detailed SWMP is

required

Introduction in April 2008 Moved from October 2007 due to a delay in

consultation process Consultation on draft Regulations April to July 2007 Mandatory under Code for Sustainable Homes

Benefits of Site Waste Management PlansBenefits to industry

Demonstrate Corporate Social Responsibility; Reduce disposal costs by promoting

recycling and waste minimisation; Reduce material costs by efficient design

and reduced wastage on site; Demonstrate how waste costs and risks are

managed; and Meet the requirements of quality and

environmental management systems.Benefits to society and the environment

Less fly tipping and a better overall local environmental quality;

Well-managed sites are better for the local community; and

Reduced dependence on landfill.

Standard, Good and Best PracticeStandard Practice

Achieving minimum standards and compliance with legislation

Brief description of waste types and disposal routes

Waste generation not considered, no monitoringGood Practice

Going beyond minimum standards and compliance

Segregation, recycling and reuse of materials Some monitoring, cost savings, improved

practicesBest Practice

A model approach or strategy Consideration of waste reduction at design stage Targets and detailed monitoring, significant cost

savings

Matrix for Standard, Good and Best Practice: Key

Activity not carried out

Activity carried out occasionally or at low level

Activity carried out thoroughly on all sites

Responsibilities and Contracts

Activity Standard

Good Best

Duty of Care

Compliance with legal requirements

Responsibility for waste management

Designated waste champion

Individuals responsible for areas

Waste management contractors

Dialogue on recycling opportunities

Contractual agreements on recycling

Subcontractors

Agreements on how to manage waste

Contractual agreements with targets

Greenwich Millennium VillageJoint venture by Countryside Properties, Taylor Woodrow and English PartnershipsMeasures

Waste champion appointed with support from the project director

Waste minimisation made contractually binding through the use of specific contract clauses

Responsibility for specific wastes pinpointed Whole supply chain engaged in waste

minimisationResults

Waste reduction target of 50% from baseline of 50m3 per dwelling

Phase 1a achieved 23.4m3 per dwelling Phase 2a achieved 20.5m3 per dwelling

Arisings, Reuse and Recycling

Activity Standard

Good Best

Identification of waste arisings and disposal routes

Listed in SWMP before work commences

Opportunities for recycling prior to site

Waste minimisation part of the design

Reuse of materials

Inert materials

Concrete, soils and inert materials

Reuse area on site for all materials

Recycling of materials

Metals and high value materials

Wood, plasterboard, packaging and inert

Takeback schemes with suppliers

Langley Park, BeckenhamLarge housing development by Laing HomesMeasures

Different waste streams segregated Material from demolition re-used Efficient storage of re-usable products, e.g.

timber palletsResults

Recovery of 500,000 roofing tiles from demolished buildings for re-use

Re-use of 40,000 tonnes of demolition spoil as sub-base

Total cost savings of £525,000 (3.5% of project costs)

Site Design and Training

Activity Standard

Good Best

Site design, storage and logistics

Layout and skip location at design stage

Separate containers for hazardous waste

Containers optimised for waste segregation

Segregated containers at the workface

Clearly located storage areas for materials

Just-in-time delivery and secure storage

Training of workforce

Site induction and toolbox talks

Specific environmental training for key staff

Feedback welcomed with incentives

Stanhope Gate, LondonSix-storey office rebuild by Try ConstructionNo space outside the new building footprintMeasures

Just-in-time deliveries Procedures to reduce late variations Waste minimisation included in an

introductory site booklet Site posters with the slogan ‘No space for

waste’ Bad practice corrected by trade contractors

Results Wastage rates for bricks of 4% (industry norm

5 – 8%) Wastage rates for blocks of 5% (industry

norm of 10%)

Monitoring and Targets

Activity Standard

Good Best

Monitoring

Skip costs monitored

Skip costs and volume data monitored

Use of auditing tool such as SMARTWaste

Regular monitoring with reviews & action

Targets

Targets based on industry standard KPIs

Targets based on organisation’s KPIs

Periodic review, final project review

Regular review, lessons embedded

Pegasus Court, OxfordSocial housing project by Oxford City Council, the Housing Corporation & Ealing Family Housing AssociationMain contractor Wilmott Dixon Housing LtdWaste audit and minimisation scheme by BRE

Measures Waste auditing using BRE’s SMARTWaste tool Opportunities to reduce waste on on-site

identifiedResults

Average wastage rate was 5% (industry norm 5 – 10%)

Costs for materials wasted on-site reduced from over £1,400 per unit built to £700 per unit built

ConclusionsSite Waste Management Plans provide a good

opportunity to streamline site activities, make cost savings and demonstrate improvements in their environmental performance

Implementation of SWMPs can lower a project’s bottom line through cost savings obtained by: Reduced requirement for materials through more

efficient design and use of recycled materials The sale of segregated materials as recyclate Reduced costs of disposal to landfill Less deterioration of new materials through

effective storage

Use concept of standard, good and best practice to improve performance; move from red to green

Personal Action Plan It is not possible to implement the measures for good and best practice on all sites because of constraints on time, space and resources

Most sites are still at the standard level

By adopting a positive attitude, significant improvements can be made on almost all sites

What level do you consider your company/site is at now?

Where would you like to be?

What do you need to do to get there?

Exercise 1: standard, good and best practice in SWMPS

Manchester, 1st May 2007

Murray Reid/Rubina GreenwoodC4S

Exercise scenarioNew health centre on urban brownfield site

You will be given one of three SWMPs for the site: A, B or C

List details on the answer sheet on the table

Compare with the colour-coded matrix of standard, good and best practice

What level does your SWMP represent?

How could it be improved?

The SWMPs will be compared in the feedback session

SWMP as a Design Tool

Manchester, 1st May 2007

Murray Reid/Rubina GreenwoodC4S

Overview

Who needs to be involved Introduction of SWMP in the project Case studies SWMP as a feedback tool for designer Other tools and resources for

sustainable design SWMP as a design tool – link to Action

Plan

Who needs to be involved? (1)

Survey of top 100 architects and contractors in UK 92% of architects did not conduct a feasibility study of

waste estimation; Over 80% rarely utilised waste reduction strategies

during appraisal, strategic briefing and outline proposal stages;

Only 47.5% frequently implemented waste reduction strategies during final proposals stage; and

Waste seen as an issue for the contractor.

Designers need to be made aware of the importance of early stage decisions on waste minimisation

Waste is not just an issue for the contractor

Who needs to be involved? (2)

Client Specific responsibilities under draft SWMP Regulations Introducing SWMP as part of contractual arrangements Choosing an experienced project team in terms of

theirenvironmental expertise

Setting waste management targets for project team

Designer/Architect Working closely with clients and contractors to

considerSWMPs as a tool for design decisions

Contractors Specific responsibilities under draft SWMP Regulations Involvement at an early stage will provide information

on types and sources of waste streams

Introduction of SWMP in the Project

Pre design stages SWMP needs to be part of the project planning process. (e.g. sustainability checklist for RDA’s require resource efficiency at all stages of project)

Design stages Design of the building is a significant influence on waste production during construction. Use of SWMP will encourage designers to reduce waste at source.

Construction stages SWMP needs to be implemented on site at all levels of construction. Use of SWMP needs to be communicated effectively and, if necessary, training should be provided to all site staff.

Pre design stages

Allocate project time and resources to implement SWMP

Develop a ‘partnership’ way of working among the project team

Use tender clauses to introduce SWMP to suppliers and sub- contractors

Set up project goals for efficient use of materials

Identify the type of materials and construction systems to establish the type and estimated quantities of waste arising

Establish the appropriate construction approach - refurbishment or demolition?

TIP: Introduce long term partnerships along the supply chain toencourage standardisationTIP: Introduce long term partnerships along the supply chain toencourage standardisation

Design stages – Building form

Consider building form and shape to reduce the use of building materials

Sizing of building and spaces to eliminate unnecessary elements (i.e. clean and simplistic design)

Compatibility between market supply and design specifications e.g. avoid plaster board waste generated as off-cuts

Source : Cutting Building Forms Energy Source Builder 1994

Design stages – Dismantling

Whole life approach to a proposed facility, i.e. flexibility in design for future building expansion and alterations

Flexibility in design for

dismantling (e.g. BRE Building – Source Information Paper 3/97)

Design of appropriate connections (e.g. use of indirect connectors – source SEDA Guide)

Plan section of a direct

connector for wooden panels.Source: SEDA

(2006)

Plan section of a indirect

connector for wooden panels

Source: SEDA(2006)

Minimising waste produced during construction and demolition (e.g. Avoid design where temporary work is required)

Develop demolition plan early on to avoid disposal of reusable materials and building elements.

Maximise the use of reclaimed materials on site (e.g. crushed rubble)

Careful access design for future refurbishment or demolition activities (Refer Sustainable Housing Design 2000)

Design stages – Demolition

TIP: Incorporate SWMPs at an early stage of the project to consider recycling and reclamation facilities for specified materials

Design stages – Specifications

Avoid over specification and composite material specifications

Minimise variations in components and joints

Evaluating the reuse and recycling opportunities for the specified materials before specifying in the design

Compatibility between design and material supply

TIP: Dry Jointing techniques in preference to chemical jointing or standard sizes for precast concrete cladding (source TRADA)

SWMP Case Study 1: Victoria Wharf, Cardiff

Contractor: Taylor Woodrow Construction

Cementitious waste reduced by choice of steel frame

Cementitious waste reduced by use of dry lining

Ceiling heights designed to correspond with board heights

Block work has been minimised

Re-use of fill material / recycled fill

Design of roof reduces need for guttering

SWMP Case Study 2: St John’s Church, Swansea

Client: Gwalia Housing Association, Architect: PCKO; Contractor: Jistcourt Ltd

A waste management plan was produced

A modular design approach – this means prefabricated box shaped elements were inserted in an existing building envelope

Stone from outside the building was reclaimed and reused in the building façade and compound wall.

Architectural elements, e.g. windows and original floor boards, were reclaimed and reused on site

SWMPs as a feedback tool

Waste streams at different stages of construction

Bill of quantities

Reclamation opportunities

Recycling opportunities

Material handling on site

DesignDesign

Attention can be given to a particular stage of building specifications

Ability to specify reclaimed and recycled materials in design

Compatibility between design and available materials e.g. size and shapes of specified materials

SWMPSWMP

SWMP As Continuous Improvement Tool for Design

Desire for waste reduction

Introduction of SWMP

Developing and implementing SWMP Monitoring and data collection

Analysis of data with referenceto design

Feedback to building project team

Corrective actions and improvement in designing

out waste

Experience& Knowledge

Available Tools and Guides Code for Sustainable

Homes ICE Demolition Protocol Green Specification

Guide Design for

Deconstruction: Principles of Design to Facilitate Reuse and Recycling - CIRIA (2004)

WRAP Guide on Material Resource Efficiency

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Note: CSH requires the SWMP which includes procedures and commitments that minimise waste generated on site in accordance with WRAP/Envirowise guidance

Pointers for Action Plan

Use SWMP as feedback tool to improve project’s overall performance by addressing the following questions:

As a designer, do you consider waste minimisation in your design process? If not, what are the barriers?

As a contractor, are you involved in design stages to consider waste minimisation? If not, why?

What actions will you take to improve the minimisation of waste in the design process?

Onsite operations

Manchester, 1st May 2007

Katherine Adams/Amanda ConroyBRE

Overview

Key Considerations & Responsibilities Identification of Waste Types &

Management Material Storage, Logistics and Waste

Equipment Segregation Supply Chain Management Trade Contractors Training & Communication Measurement

Matrix – Standard, Good and Best

Activity Standard

Good Best

Identification of waste arisings and disposal routes

Listed in SWMP before work commences

Opportunities for recycling prior to site

Waste minimisation part of the design

Reuse of materials

Inert materials

Concrete, soils and inert materials

Reuse area on site for all materials

Recycling of materials

Metals and high value materials

Wood, plasterboard, packaging and inert

Takeback schemes with suppliers

Key Considerations

Critical Factors

Negative Positive

Space Small site footprint Large size footprint

Time Short lead inRapid rate of construction

Long lead inStandard rate of construction

Client Requirements

Uninterested client Proactive client

Location Rural Urban

Duration Short (< 15 weeks) Long (>52 weeks)

Size Small (<£1 million) Large (>£10 million)

Contract variations

No limit Well managed and limited to design

SWMP Responsibilities

Writing and implementation stages;

Well defined roles and responsibilities;

Nominated site personnel;

Clear ownership and reporting; and

Involvement of various parties.

SWMP: Decision Making Process

Identification of Waste Types & Management

Waste

Generator

Types of Waste

Created

Estimated quantities

(m3)

Waste Owner

on Site

Waste Management Routes

Control measures

Demolition & Groundworks

Contractor (name)

Timber/Trees Other Vegetation Concrete Tarmac Subsoils Topsoils Contaminated Soils Asbestos Jap. Knotweed, etc

Demolition & Groundworks

Contractor (name)

Segregated and sent for reuse/recycling/chipping Chipped on-site for off-site use as mulch Segregated, crushed on-site and used as 6F2 Disposed off-site Re-used on-site Re-used on-site On-site treatment; Disposal to Landfill Disposal by licenced subcontractors Chemical spraying

8 yard skips Stockpile area Mobile crusher WMC Stockpile area Stockpile area Exemptions Licenses Licenses

Brick &

Blockwork Contractor

(name)

Off-cut bricks Bricks (general) Off-cut blocks Pallets Plastic packing Mortar Other building waste

Supervisor

Off-cuts reused; segregated for recycling 110% of req’d quantity capped at s/c risk; s/c to prevent

over-order Off-cuts reused; placed in mixed waste skip Returned to supplier; damaged pallets timber scrap Disposed off-site Disposed off-site Placed in mixed waste skip (JCB to compact)

8 yard skips Contractual condition, use double-sided types, minimise cutting Mixed skip Supplier agreement FEL skip Use of mortar silos to reduce waste Mixed skip

Internal Contractors

(name)

Plasterboard off-cuts Pallets Packaging Other building waste

Supervisor

Segregated in bags & returned to supplier Returned to supplier; damaged pallets timber scrap Disposed off-site Disposed off-site

Dumpy bags, supplier agreement Supplier agreement, timber skip FEL skip Mixed skip

Material Storage (1)

Material Storage (2)

Materials Storage under cover

Storage in secure area

Storage on pallets

Storage in bundles

Plaster and cement

Bricks and blocks

Roofing tiles

Insulation panels

Hardware items

Logistics Movement of

materials around site

Just in time deliveries

Consolidation centres

Integrated supply chains

Offsite manufacture and modern methods of construction

Waste Equipment types Containers Positive Negative

Wheelie bins/ mini skips

Useful at the workface and in corridors

Need to be bulked up and managed; limited weight

Front/rear end loaders

Cheaper than traditional skips; smaller; good for lightweight materials; static

Require large turning area for collection vehicle; not always available

Skips Widely available; 20% cheaper for segregated skips

Removed from site; schedule dependant

Compactors/balers

Reduce volume and cost; useful for lightweight materials

Cost effectiveness dependant upon volumes; static compactors need to be bolted to the ground

Mobile crushers/shredders

Crush/shred waste to reuse onsite; saving materials

Licenses required; space

Bulk Cheaper for inert waste (by truck and grab can be £200 for 18 tonnes)

Space; exemptions

Rear End and Front End Loaders

Waste Segregation

Basic waste segregation into:

General Waste (Non-hazardous)

Inert Waste

Mixed Metals

(+ Hazardous waste separated

out)

£90£0£90

£258

£90

Supply Chain Management

Engage with the supply chain

Eliminate/reduce the amount of hazardous materials used onsite

Reduce and reuse packaging

Educate installers

SWMP Case Study 1: Plasterboard Takeback

Project: Battersea Reach, London; Developer: St George South London Limited.

Takeback agreement with British Gypsum

Use 1m3 bags; minimum order of 20 bags

Wheelie bins near workface

MPG, the trade contractor sort at the waste compound area

<10% contamination

333 tonnes currently recycled

SWMP Case Study 2: Eastlands, Manchester

Client: Eastland Homes Partnership Ltd, Contractor: Wates.

Identified the main types of waste being produced

Built a picture of costs, available markets and practicalities of segregation

Segregated where a strong market existed

Designed a purpose build platform with an operative employed full time to sort the wastes

SWMP Case Study 3: Persimmon Homes SW Ltd, Cornwall

Investigated their current waste management methods after rising costs

Crush all masonry with a mobile crusher

Shred all waste timber and pallets; reduce volume to 1/7th.

Takeback of plasterboard

Segregated plastic, paper/cardboard sent direct to a reprocessor

Trade Contractors

Usually generate the waste

Contractually oblige

Responsibility for waste

Incentivise

Penalise

Trade Contractors: Skanska Integrated Projects

Either: Charged for cost of waste disposal Mixed waste is at a higher rate than segregated

waste

Or: Agree a wastage rate If higher level than agreed, a penalty charge is paid Have to estimate quantities at the start of the

project/work package

Stop notice issued if area is untidy Charge made if waste is not cleared up

SWMP Case Study 4:Townmead Estate, Wandsworth

Target of less than 20% of waste sent to landfill

Onsite logistics manager responsible for co-ordinating waste management

Used wheelie bins in key areas for bulking up

Induction training, toolbox talks

Recycled demolition waste onsite

Used recycled products; a saving of £5000 Client: Shepherds Bush Housing Association, Architects: Living Architects,

Contractor: Mansell.

Site Environmental Co-ordinator - Bovis Lend Lease

Ensure site is registered for production of hazardous waste;

Identify any specific training needs; Expert support for project managers; Regular site walkovers; Co-ordination of the environmental aspects of

management systems auditing; Liaison with the environmental regulators, client

over consent applications, licenses, permits; Recommendations for amendments to SWMPs; Collation and analysis of waste data; and Reporting other information as required.

TrainingSite Induction Introduce the SWMP, company policy and any

targets; Named individuals and how to get help; Location of skips, procedures and segregation; and Good housekeeping onsite.

Toolbox Talks Topics can include waste management, waste

storage, materials storage and segregation of waste;

Encourage feedback; Train the trainer; Rolling programme; and Many examples freely available.

Toolbox Talk Examples

SWMP Case Study 5: Project NoWaste

48 operatives trained to Level 1 and 2 NVQ in Waste Management

Induction, training for trade contractor managers and toolbox talks; feedback is encouraged

Integrating elements of lean construction

At Project W8 waste reduced by 2.5m3/£100,000 of project spend; 25% improvement

Winner of the Waste Initiative of the Year - Building Sustainability Awards 2006

Contractor: Bovis Lend Lease, Consultant: Greenfile Developments.

Communication

Regular meetings; SWMP as an agenda item;

Pre-meetings with trade contractors; Ensure high visibility around site e.g.

posters/leaflets; Regularly report performance; Provide easy access to reports; and Feedback from suggestion scheme.

Waste measurement can include:

Cost: disposal, labour and material cost; Type: use EWC code or other classifications; Amount by volume: can collect information on-

site by a visual assessment, established KPI’s, links to material usage;

Amount by tonnage: usually collected by waste contractor/broker, charged by tonnage;

Cause: why is waste occurring? Management routes: diversion from landfill,

recycling; and Link with waste targets.

Onsite Measurement

Available Tools and Guidance

Net Regs BREMAP/CIRIA Recycling Sites Waste Aware – Colour Coding Scheme HazRed Project NoWaste CIRIA Construction Confederation Envirowise WRAP

Pointers for Action Plan

Use SWMP as feedback tool to improve project’s overall performance by addressing the following questions:

What level is your company/site at for onsite operations?

What level can you realistically achieve in the next six months

What actions will you take to help reach this level?

Exercise 2: on-site operations

Manchester, 1st May 2007

Katherine Adams/Amanda ConroyBRE

Exercise scenario Each group has 1 onsite scenario There are 4 onsite scenarios covering

residential, infrastructure and commercial projects

Scenarios are based on the fact that everything is going wrong with the SWMP!

Using the answer sheets for your scenario, establish what actions you will take and the benefit for these actions

Summarise if your actions are standard, good or best practice

30 minutes to complete 10 minutes feedback

Scenarios

A Residential project: groundwork stage, large foot print, large and phased development, urban setting

B Residential project: fit out stage, small foot print, small development, rural setting

C Infrastructure project: demolition/groundwork stage, brownfield

D Office refurbishment: phased, 1st floor fit-out, urban setting

Industry Speaker

Embedding SWMPsInto Company Culture

Taylor WoodrowVictoria Hill/Huw Maggs

Overview

What is embedding?

Why is it important?

The benefits of embedding your SWMP.

How to begin embedding SWMPs into company culture.

Hints and tips to succeed.

Embedding SWMPs?

Produce a generic company-wide SWMP template;

Integration of SWMP with existing plans and procedures;

Provide guidance and support;

Creating incentives;

Comparing performance and setting on-going benchmarks and targets for waste; and

Gradual development of the bespoke SWMP format and procedures over medium / long term.

Standard, Good and Best Practice

Activity Standard

Good Best

Duty of Care

Compliance with legal requirements

Responsibility for waste management

Designated waste champion

Individuals responsible for areas

Waste management contractors

Dialogue on recycling opportunities

Contractual agreements on recycling

Subcontractors

Agreements on how to manage waste

Contractual agreements with targets

The Benefits of Embedding Your SWMPEffective and efficient implementation of SWMPs: Improved performance; and Lower resource requirements.

Increased cost savings: Reduction in landfill and transportation costs; Reduction in procurement costs; Reduction in labour costs of developing and

implementing SWMPs; and Reduction in labour costs of managing waste on-site.

Improved performance and reputation with clients: Ability to illustrate best practice and company wide

commitment to minimise waste.

Producing a Common Template

Benefits:

Lower time and resource on each project to implement;

Consistent comparison between projects; Recognition as standard element of project delivery; Familiarise employees with using SWMPs and

benefits; Ensure consistent minimum standards across

projects; Provide format for structured and continual

improvements; and Develop a knowledge base to push towards best

practice.

Integration With Project Management Project plans and procedures;

Contractual procedures;

Communications and training; and

Project meetings and performance reviews.

Project Plans and Procedures

Project (execution) plans: When, how and who should produce SWMPs; and Specific SWMP requirements for different stages of

the project.

Standard site procedures: Roles and responsibilities – integrate with existing

responsibilities; Monitoring and reporting on waste – existing QS cost

monitoring; Site inspections – integrating WM into existing site

management frameworks; and Meetings and communications.

Integration of Waste Management with Standard Site ProceduresProject

ManagerQuantity Surveyor

Construction Manger

S/C meetings and start-up x

Monitor waste data/volumes x x

Monitor waste types x

Communication x x x

Inspections x

Contractual Procedures Contractual Maximum WASTAGE TARGETS with

trades; Agreeing maximum wastage targets; Contractual MINIMUM MATERIALS PURCHASE

TARGETS with trades; Contractual WASTE RECOVERY TARGETS with

waste management subcontractors; Reviewing performance of subcontractors; and Working with subcontractors to improve

performance.

Communication and TrainingToolbox talks: Construction Confederation Toolbox Talks; Waste Management; Waste Storage; Materials Storage; and Segregation of Waste.

Communication and Training (2)

Site Inductions:

Introducing the Site Waste Management Plan and waste management strategy;

Contractual requirements of subcontractors; Individuals on site with management

responsibilities and where to get help; Skip locations, colour coding, segregation of

wastes; and Good housekeeping rules on site.

Toolbox Talks

Toolbox talks are quick to deliver;

Provide support and information; and

Increase the environmental knowledge and skills.

Waste specific toolbox talks are freely available see Construction Confederation and CIRIA websites.

Project Meetings and Performance ReviewsSubcontractor start up meetings: Defining and communicating the scope of

subcontractors responsibilities.

Subcontractor performance reviews: Reviewing performance against materials wastage

targets.

Management meetings: Overall project performance; Improvement in performance/SWMP; and Identify waste streams that require attention.

Project Meetings and Performance Reviews (2)Monthly project progress meetings: Communication of performance, opportunities and

issues to the workforce.

Staff performance reviews: 6/12 monthly review of performance of those with

waste management responsibilities.

Example of SMARTStart data

Integrating SWMPs with Company Processes High level leadership and support;

Developing company policies in support of SWMPs;

Developing waste KPIs and benchmarks for projects;

Internal incentive schemes;

Reporting on performance;

Working with the Supply Chain; and

Sharing knowledge and expertise.

High Level Leadership and SupportObtain board level support: Sends a clear message; and Facilitates embedding.

Leadership from a high level waste champion: Announcements regarding performance against

waste targets; Targets being realistic and SMART; and Agreeing a common template.

Leadership from Project Manager: High level ownership; and Target driven.

Developing Company Policies to Support SWMPs

Company waste reduction targets; Policies on specific waste streams (e.g. wood and

concrete recycling policies);

Policies relating to the use of SWMPs and waste minimisation targets on all projects;

Policies relating to supplier selection; and

Reporting.

Developing Waste KPIs and Benchmarks For Projects

Setting Targets – Methodologies

Volumetric Targets: m3 / 100 m2 – Commercial / Healthcare / Retail; or m3 / Unit – Residential;

Best Practice Benchmarks: Project league tables; Comparing performance; Naming and shaming; and Rewarding good performance.

Internal Incentive SchemesProject Managers Incentive Scheme (PMIS)

Audit findings from Environmental Audits as conducted by environmental auditor. This could include waste related issues.

Waste management performance - Reducing the quantity of waste produced.

Waste data being regularly recorded using ‘SMARTStart’.

Training - have TWFM staff received the required environmental training as per the TWC training matrix.

A ‘brilliant innovation’.

Incentive Schemes

Monitoring and Reporting on Performance

Monitoring of information on projects Decide the best way of monitoring and frequencies

– E.g average waste volume per unit (residential). Ensure all projects log waste

– Include milestone targets, completion figures.

Reporting on performance Company statement or environmental report ; and Reporting internally on performance.

Working with the Supply Chain

New subcontractor registration and evaluation: Environmental credentials; Open versus closed questions; and Pinpointing key waste issues with different

subcontractors.

Performance management: Project manager and supply chain department; Assessing performance against pier group;and Minimum performance standards.

Subcontractor development: Reviewing performance and agreeing actions; and Auditing of on-going performance in focus areas.

Working Together

Sharing KnowledgeCapturing examples of best practice: Using the audit process; Creating incentives for innovative approaches; and Developing a knowledge base or continual

improvement.

Techniques for spreading best practice: CSR forums; Top tips and technical News; E-mail alerts; and Green bulletins.

Providing support: Waste Management Advisory Service (WMAS); Training; and Identifying waste management and recycling

solutions for projects.

Conclusions Embedding your SWMP means effective

integration into project and company management and culture;

Embedding provides clear cost benefits and improved performance;

Contractual requirements and incentives provide motivation;

Staff communication and training are key;

Conclusions (2) Use defined SMART targets and develop these

as your SWMP evolves;

Ensure feedback mechanisms are in place to capture knowledge;

Work together with your site team and choose the best; and

Develop knowledge sharing publications or concepts.

Personal Action Plan

Embedding SWMPs isn’t easy!

Take a few minutes to complete your personal action plan.

Consider the top three things that you can change/influence or initiate AND how you plan to make these actions work.

Refer to the briefing note if needed.

Workshop 3: Embedding

Each table will have a designated role this will be either:

Sub contractor Board level director Project/Site manager Site engineer

Consider, using all the presentations you have heard today, how you will implement your SWMP and embed waste management practices into your company within your defined role.

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Questions and Answers

Site Waste Management Plans Advanced WorkshopsSummary

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Workshop Objectives Enable delegates to use SWMPs to increase

material resource efficiency in construction Develop concepts of good and best practice in

SWMPs and enable delegates to adopt them Show how SWMPs can be used to drive waste

minimisation at the design stage Show how SWMPs can be linked to other tools to

increase material resource efficiency Demonstrate how continual improvement in

onsite operations can be aided by SWMPs Illustrate the importance of embedding lessons

from SWMPs in a company’s procedures

Standard, Good & Best Practice SWMPs will become important for the construction

industry through legislation, codes and planning

SWMPs represent an opportunity to improve performance, demonstrate CSR and achieve cost savings

Standard practice: compliance with legal requirements

Good practice: quick wins to minimise waste, increase reuse and recycling

Best practice: fundamental change in approach, waste minimisation part of design, significant savings

Design Introduce SWMP at all stages of project

Involve contractor and whole supply chain at pre design and design stages

Undertake material evaluation in terms of their recyclability and reclamation before specifying

Avoid complex building design, detail and form

Use SWMP as a continuous improvement tools for future projects.

Onsite Operations Spend time and effort in identifying the waste

arisings and the subsequent management of these – essential

Consider material storage, logistics, waste equipment and segregation which is applicable to the site

Work with the trade contractors and supply chain to ensure buy-in to the SWMP

Ensure appropriate onsite training, awareness and communication is given

Embedding Embedding is about integrating waste management

with existing procedures and practices

Embedding can be done at a site level and strategic level, but both are important in achieving the best results

Communication and working together are key to achieving your goals

Generate or use meaningful targets and monitor

Report and share the knowledge to maintain continuous improvement.

Personal Action Plan Opportunity for delegates to record where they

are, where they want to be and how to get there

Specific actions arising out of each session

Provide a spur to action in the months ahead

Summary SWMPs can contribute significantly to material

resource efficiency in construction

Use concepts of standard, good and best practice as a spur to move to higher levels

Include waste minimisation from the start of a project

Look to continually improve performance during onsite operations

Embed lessons into company procedures to maximise benefits

Summary and close

Manchester, 1st May 2007

Close Further training opportunities in-house

Further resources available from WRAP– Waste Recovery Quick Win case studies– Design Quick Wins – Materials Resource Efficiency in Regeneration Projects– How-to guides– Demolition, materials-specific and procurement guidance

Next steps – Personal Action Plan

Feedback forms and CPD certificates

www.wrap.org.uk/construction

Thank you