Ensuring Used Oil is Handled Responsibly

Used cooking oil, motor oil, and other oily substances can wreak havoc on the environment if not disposed of correctly. Pouring them down drains causes clogs and pollution, and leaving them out in the bin isn’t ideal either. Here’s how to ensure your used oil is handled responsibly:

Common types of used oil

  • Cooking oil: Vegetable oils, sunflower oil, even leftover fat from frying

  • Motor oil: Used oil from your car or other machinery

  • Other oily liquids: Like hydraulic fluid or cleaning oils

Never, ever:

  • Pour oil down the drain
  • Mix oil with other liquids for disposal
  • Throw oil or oily containers directly in the bin

What to do with your used oil

  • Cooking oil: Let it cool, then strain it into a sealable container (old plastic bottle works fine). Many local recycling centers accept used cooking oil, or some supermarkets may have collection points.

  • Motor oil: This is hazardous waste. Never throw it away with your regular rubbish. Instead, store it in a sealed container and take it to your designated household recycling center which will have facilities for safe disposal.

Recycling your used oil

Some companies use recycled cooking oil to create eco-friendly biofuel! Motor oil can sometimes be recycled or re-refined. Finding these responsible disposal options keeps harmful products out of our waterways and landfills.

Foila can help with your waste oil requirements

Dealing with large quantities of oil or oily waste? foila can assist! We can collect your used oil, transport it safely, and ensure it’s recycled or disposed of in accordance with all environmental regulations. Get in touch for more information.

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