Often era recycling centers and landfills have a “no scavenging” policy which prohibits anyone from taking things once they have been placed on the “ground.” The reason’s behind this are multiple, but the main ones are that (1) government workers should not be able to benefit from their position (US rule) and (2) the government outfit in succession the facility does not want any liability issues resulting from someone getting hurt after they’ve taken an item from the facility and (3) people have paid to get rid of their items so no one should be able to take that for free.
This is not to say that all of them operate this way. Certain progressive agencies have made “Swap Shop’s” or other areas where excellent materials are made available for free to the public. These areas are one area where people really can take things for free. You may want to check with local facilities to see if they are available. You may also want to check with the solid waste outfit in charge of the facility. Sometimes you can get a waiver to pull items out if you are doing a project or are involved with a non-profit.
Some tips allow it others do not it is up to the discretion of the tip Supervisors!
Often era recycling centers and landfills have a “no scavenging” policy which prohibits anyone from taking things once they have been placed on the “ground.” The reason’s behind this are multiple, but the main ones are that (1) government workers should not be able to benefit from their position (US rule) and (2) the government outfit in succession the facility does not want any liability issues resulting from someone getting hurt after they’ve taken an item from the facility and (3) people have paid to get rid of their items so no one should be able to take that for free.
This is not to say that all of them operate this way. Certain progressive agencies have made “Swap Shop’s” or other areas where excellent materials are made available for free to the public. These areas are one area where people really can take things for free. You may want to check with local facilities to see if they are available. You may also want to check with the solid waste outfit in charge of the facility. Sometimes you can get a waiver to pull items out if you are doing a project or are involved with a non-profit.
Hope this helps!
Adam