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Recycle toner cartridges |
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Recycle old computer equipment by giving it to local charities or community groups |
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Reduce energy bills by turning down the heating when it is not needed and always ensure that this is done before opening a window |
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Inform staff whether agenda and minutes will or won't be available at meetings to avoid duplication of printing |
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Limit use of disposable goods eg: pens, in favour of reusable ones |
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Use environmentally friendly cleaning products |
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Give an active preference to products with minimal packaging |
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Save time, inconvenience and pollution by using conference calls rather than travelling to meetings where possible |
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Promote alternative transportation for staff and provide incentives eg: carpools, cycling, walking, public transport |
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Provide cycle rack facilities and sign up to the Inland Revenue bicycle scheme |
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Communicate your environmental practices to customers, staff, investors and suppliers |
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Look at opportunities to reduce toxic chemicals eg: batteries, copier toner, paints, cleaning supplies etc and if required, ensure their safe disposal |
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Accommodate flexible working for employees that need to work from home or have flexible hours |
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Eliminate smoking from business premises and provide information on stop smoking programmes |
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Promote healthy work practices eg: providing the right chairs and equipment, encouraging breaks and lunch breaks |
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Review salaries to ensure that you pay comparable pay for comparable work |
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Set up a payroll 'Give as you Earn' scheme for employees |
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Ensure that all staff, suppliers and creditors are paid on time |
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Ensure your premises are accessible for disabled customers |
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Provide constructive feedback to your suppliers whether their bids are successful and unsuccessful |
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Treat your customers with honesty and integrity and keep your promises |
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Ensure your advertising is responsible and based on honest statements |
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Make sure your staff feel they are working within a culture that supports a responsible approach to every aspect of how business is carried out |