Don’t Put it in the Trash
For convenience's sake, some people dispose of used cooking oil in the trash. However, it’s not a good method.
When UCO is brought to a landfill it will produce methane. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that is more effective at trapping heat in the atmosphere than carbon dioxide.
As well as causing damage to the ecosystem, improperly disposed UCO can attract rodents, create a stench, and is highly flammable.
For household waste, people will soak up their cooking oil with a paper towel and pitch it, or by keeping an oil bottle. While this can work for individuals, it’s not viable for the amount of UCO a restaurant produces.
Don’t Put it Down the Drain
Out of all the bad ways to dispose of used cooking oil, pouring it down the drain could be the worst. Not only does this disposal method cause environmental damage, but it also causes sewage damage.
When you pour the oil down the drain, it will harden as it cools. This hardening process can happen in your kitchen’s plumbing system, causing expensive damage. If the oil makes it out of your restaurant, the damages could be even worse.
UCO can begin to accumulate in the sewers, causing what’s known as a fatberg. These masses of hardened fat are often as hard as concrete and they are large. Fatbergs cost a lot of money to clear out, and if you contribute to one (even in small amounts) you may have a hefty fine coming your way.
The city of Windsor, Ontario enacted a by-law that created a $10,000 fine for a first conviction of dumping oil down drains, or $50,000 if you’re a corporation.
Don’t Use the Wrong Equipment
You wouldn’t use a hammer to unscrew a screw. The same concept applies to oil disposal.
When handling UCO, It’s important to take certain safety precautions. Using the correct equipment will help you keep your employees safe.
Oil spills are difficult to clean up, and the “cat litter method” (soaking up an oil stain by covering it with litter) can only get you so far. Using the right equipment, like an oil caddy and pump systems, will help mitigate any spill, slipping, or burning hazards.
Any outdoor equipment is also important. If your outside collection bins are not made for the outdoors, you run the risk of attracting critters and even thieves that could damage your property or leave behind a mess for you to clean up.
Keep your property and employees safe by investing in the proper equipment for UCO disposal.
Don’t Let Just Anyone Pick Up Your Used Cooking Oil
Not just anyone can pick up your UCO. It’s the restaurant’s responsibility to make sure oil gets disposed of properly. Even after the material has left the premises.
Making sure you’re working with a reputable business is important. With more and more companies popping up within the yellow grease market, it’s becoming more and more important to partner with a company that has a proven history.
Some illegitimate recycling centers don’t follow regulations. Without proper disposal practices, you could get in trouble for something they did.
Here’s What to Do Instead:
There are a lot of incorrect ways to dispose of UCO. It can be a difficult world to navigate, and if you’re a restaurant owner, you have a lot of things to worry about already.
Here’s the best way to dispose of used cooking oil.
Talk to Darling Ingredients Canada About a Used Cooking Oil Container
When you invest in a UCO collection system, you’ll be able to store your oil in a stress-free way. When you contact Darling Ingredients Canada about used cooking oil collection, our professional staff will work with you to find the container system that fits your kitchen needs.
Our used cooking oil containers come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and include various methods for efficiently transferring from your fryer to the tank. We’ll consult you on your needs, complete the installation and train you on how to use it.
The service doesn’t stop after you’ve gotten your collection system installed. We’ll work with you to find a collection schedule that works best for your kitchen operations.
Go Automated
Traditional oil collection involves manually transporting oil to containers that are typically outside. These outside containers are often unsightly and can attract both wildlife and theft.
Valuable time is often wasted on hauling out oil and the hazards of transporting hot oil are real.
Our automated systems are designed to save you money and time. These collection systems can attach to your existing equipment and allow for collection to happen at the push of a button.
Call Darling Ingredients Today
While there is a lot to manage within a kitchen, how you dispose of used cooking oil is essential. From safety issues to public health concerns, it’s not something you can ignore.
Think less about your food waste by partnering with Darling Ingredients Canada. As well as offering pick-up services and unique solutions to your UCO collection needs, we also provide personalized service and much more.
Call us at 800-263-0302 or contact us and Let us recycle your cooking oil and turn it into something usable.
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