Guide: how to manage WEEE correctly in your company
Practical steps for inventory, temporary storage, handover and record-keeping of electrical and electronic waste in your company.
Steps to follow
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Take inventory
List the retired equipment: type, quantity, location and condition. Clear records make quoting and transport faster.
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Separate by category
Keep IT equipment, appliances, cables and lighting apart. Batteries are collected separately from everything else.
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Store temporarily and safely
Choose a dry, covered space with controlled access. Do not break screens or lamps and do not dismantle equipment.
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Schedule the handover
Send the type, quantity and location to an authorised collector and agree the pickup date and a contact person.
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Keep the documents
Archive transport and handover documents. They are the basis of your environmental records and ESG reporting.
Common mistakes
- Mixing batteries with other waste
- Dismantling equipment with untrained staff
- Throwing WEEE into municipal waste containers
Checklist
- Up-to-date inventory
- Separate categories
- Dry storage space
- Confirmed schedule
- Archived documents
Informational guide. Exact legal requirements depend on your situation; consult the competent authorities or an environmental consultant.
Frequently asked questions
What is WEEE?
WEEE means waste electrical and electronic equipment: computers, appliances, cables, servers, ATMs, medical devices and lighting.
What documents do I get for ESG reporting?
Transport and handover documents, records by category and, for secure destruction, a destruction record. They support your own records; reporting remains your company’s responsibility.
Who do I contact for a quote?
Email info@weee-do-recycling.com with the waste type, quantity and pickup location.