About the bins
Where do I get the bins from?
BINS4Blokes does not supply incontinence product disposal bins. Our goal is to raise awareness and advocate for bins to be installed.
To find out more about how to get bins in place:
- You can contact bin providers in your local area to find out how they can help
- You can google ’waste management services’’ in your local area to find out more about bin size, how often they empty the bins, and how much bins cost
Where should these bins be installed?
- Shopping centres
- Local community facilities
- Sports venues and stadiums
- Airports and transport services
- Public parks, rest areas and recreation reserves
- Workplaces
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
We would like to see BINS4Blokes installed everywhere so men and boys with incontinence can lead active lives with greater confidence and freedom.
What can be disposed of in these bins?
Incontinence product disposal bins are for:
- Adult incontinence pads
- Absorbent underwear
- Other disposable continence products such as catheters and colostomy bags
How many bins are needed?
We suggest that one disposal bin for incontinence products be placed in one cubicle of each set of male, female and unisex toilets.
How much do the bins cost?
Costs will depend on the bin size and how often they are collected:
- Larger 42 litre bins cost between $20- $40 per bin per service
- Estimated yearly costs for servicing is approximately $1000
- Pricing varies and is based on a range of factors including location (metro, regional or rural) and existing contracts with bin providers
How often do bins need to be changed or emptied?
This depends on the bin location. If bins are used often they may need weekly servicing to prevent bins from overflowing, and to assist with odour control.