Misuse of dumpsters for condominiums brings danger
Condominium dumps can increase fire damage if misplaced. Understand
Misplaced condominium dumps can be dangerous for all tenants. When placed in emergency exit stairways and hallways, condominium dumps can pose a risk to residents' lives. In addition to obstructing the passage in the event of a fire, dumpsters can contain flammable materials such as some types of plastic and gases that are formed in the decomposition of organic waste.
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Hindering the spread of fire is one of the ways to reduce damage to people, the environment and property; and, in some states of the country, it is a duty provided for by the law itself.
In the case of São Paulo, for example, Technical Standard No. 11/2011 of the Fire Department, which complies with State Decree No. 56.819/2011, prohibits the allocation of objects such as trash cans on the emergency exit stairs and corridors of condominiums and others collective buildings.
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Ban on garbage cans on the stairs of the condominium
It is not necessary to wait for a law to impose a ban on trash bins on the stairs of the condominium to avoid this type of risk.
Even if there is no such prohibition in your state, it is important to encourage the adoption of measures aimed at preventing fires, including a conversation with the condominium manager and condominium owners about the importance of these measures.
Among the main measures to make condominiums safer are: guaranteeing the safe abandonment of occupants of the building and areas at risk; hinder the spread of fire; provide the means to control and extinguish the fire; allow access for Fire Department operations; allow easy drainage of all occupants of the building; ensure the unblocking of all floors; among others.
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However, even if the manager is concerned about adopting the correct measures and removing the garbage cans from the condominium from the stairs and other emergency exits, some residents may be bothered by the changes.
Therefore, in addition to removing the garbage cans from the condominium stairs, it is necessary to make residents aware of the importance of this measure.
Also because, if there is a fire and the irregularity in the prevention of fire is proven, there is a possibility that the insurer will not pay for the necessary reforms.
There must be planning, study of the most suitable place for the disposal of dumps, communication with residents and training of employees so that they also adapt to the changes.
Needing help?
It is possible to hire consulting companies specialized in preparing projects for the implementation of waste management systems. These companies carry out the diagnosis of the site and develop the project to adapt the necessary infrastructure according to the demands of the condominium. In addition, there are companies that provide training and lectures to show the procedures of the waste management project and encourage environmental awareness of all involved.
Instituto Muda is one of the companies that offer this service and also implements weekly selective collection, ensuring the destination of recyclable materials to recycling cooperatives registered in the city, generating income and positive social impact.
