What this printable includes
Observe a small part of household waste with a dated audit sheet. The columns record day, item or material, amount with a unit, and one change to try. The purpose is to notice patterns rather than label a household as good or bad.
How to use the page
Choose a limited observation period and one counting method. For example, count empty packages as items instead of switching between items and weight halfway through. Make observations during normal disposal; do not open unsafe waste or handle sharp, contaminated or unknown materials for this activity.
Review and adapt
At the end, choose one practical change based on the entries. Local collection rules differ, so check the actual guidance before deciding where an item belongs. This page is not a recycling classification chart. Repeat the same observation method later if you want a fairer comparison of your own results.
Download and print
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