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ANNEX VI<br />
OFFICE ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST<br />
Introduction<br />
Office practices including procurement, day to day use of energy and resources,<br />
logistics and waste disposal have an impact on the local environment. This simple<br />
checklist aims to serve as a reminder of key environmental points to consider to help<br />
reduce the impact on the local environment.<br />
How and when to use this tool<br />
This tool can be used at regular intervals to assess offices practices. It should be tested<br />
and adapted by an appointed environmental focal point.<br />
Area Key Considerations Answer / Tick<br />
Staff<br />
Number of office staff<br />
Is the staff environmentally aware<br />
Is there an environmental focal point<br />
Buildings Construction type and technique<br />
Car park<br />
Garden<br />
Ventilation Are the offices well ventilated<br />
Drainage Are the drainage facilities adequate<br />
Lighting Are the offices adequately lit-up<br />
What types of light bulbs are used. Are they<br />
energy efficient<br />
How are offices lit at night. Could lighting be<br />
reduced without negatively impacting on<br />
security<br />
Energy<br />
What is the main source of energy<br />
What are the main uses of energy<br />
How is generator use managed<br />
Is electricity / fuel use monitored<br />
Can any measures be taken to reduce energy<br />
use?<br />
Water<br />
What are the main sources of water<br />
What are the main uses of water<br />
Is water consumption monitored<br />
Can measures be taken to reduce water use<br />
Is rainwater harvesting appropriate<br />
Waste<br />
What different types of waste are produced in<br />
the office<br />
How is it separated<br />
How is it stored (per type of waste)<br />
How is it disposed of (landfill, burning,<br />
other)<br />
Where does it go<br />
What alternatives exist (recycling, reuse)<br />
Can measures be taken to reduce office waste<br />
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