If you have a need to rent a roll-off garbage container, you likely wonder exactly how to fill it so it does not pose a hazard to those who come into contact with it. Here are a few tips to help you in keeping safe when filling a roll-off container.

Make Sure The Container Is Positioned Properly

Before you start the process of filling the rented container, you need to have it properly positioned on your property. A roll-off container needs to be kept completely flat so it is not at risk of rolling or tipping. It is best to have it situated on a hard surface, such as an asphalt or cement driveway. Refrain from using a grassy surface as the ground may be too soft to hold the container in one location. Adding weight to the container can cause it to sink into the soil. Make sure to ask the roll-off container service employee sent to your home for recommendations regarding a safe location to hold the unit.

Know Which Items Are Not To Be Contained

When you rent a roll-off dumpster, you will be given instructions regarding what items the service does not allow to be placed in the container. If you are unsure about the specific items, ask the service for a printed copy of the rules regarding safe dumpster usage. Never place flammable items inside of a roll-off dumpster as they can cause a fire to start or continue, putting you and your neighbors at risk for injury. Recyclable materials are usually frowned upon by roll-off container services, as they can be reused if you bring them to an appropriate center. Avoid placing sharp items in the container as well.

Keep The Weight Evenly Distributed

When placing items inside a roll-off container, it is important to be aware of the approximate weight of items you intend on removing from your property. If you stack items too high along one side of the container, they are at risk of falling out of the container, possibly causing an injury to a person or animal, or damage to your personal property. Do not allow for items to be stacked higher than the walls of the container. Uneven weight distribution can also cause a container to tip over. Make sure to position items inside of the container at an even rate, taking the weight of heavier items into consideration throughout the process. 

Reach out to a company like FCC Environmental Services to learn more about roll-off garbage containers.