Sanitary ware is used for human sanitation and cleanliness. They are commonly located in houses, offices and all manner of buildings used by people. They are associated with bathrooms, washrooms, cloakrooms, en-suites and changing rooms.

PPE requirements indicated are for guidance purposes only. DRIDS has identified the PPE that is mandatory on all demolition projects and ones that may be required subject to site specific Risk Assessment & Method Statement (RAMS). Hover over the icon to determine the types of PPE required for the removal of this material.

Sanitary ware that are destined for reuse should be removed, cleaned of mortar, segregated and stored carefully and safely, to ensure their integrity and good condition. They should be stacked on timber pallets and bound with soft materials and cling film to prevent chips, cracks and breakage. Preferably they should be stored inside a building or under cover before removal from site, even though they are robust against inclement weather. Sanitary ware that are destined for recycling should have contaminants, fixtures and fittings removed before crushing to suit the quality protocol for recycled aggregates. Crushed materials should be screened and stored in piles. Sanitary ware destined for landfill should be placed in the mixed waste skip.

Hammer, crowbar, jemmy bar, chisels, screwdrivers, bolster chisel, spanners, 360 plant and attachments and screens for crushed materials.

Sanitary ware is commonly fixed in place on brackets, with screws, wooden plugs, nuts and bolts, metal straps, mortar, screed or other binding agent. Some sanitary ware require no fixings, they stand in place on feet or other platform. They may be connected to water and drainage systems, so care should be taken to shut off or block these outlets when removing items. Taps, mixer sets, handles, flushing systems, shower heads, pipework, drain fixtures and associated wall mounts may also be of value or will need separating from the units before recycling. Sanitary ware may be connected to grey water and black water systems.

Subject to task-specific Risk Assessment & Method Statement (RAMS). Wear gloves and face mask when handling sanitary ware, crushed materials or bathroom ironmongery to prevent irritation, cuts and abrasion. Use eye protection when using hand tools. Limit hand, arm and whole body vibration when using impact tools. Only use 360 plant and attachments or screeners if appropriately trained. Wash hands before eating or drinking.

• Reclaimed Products Guide
• Reclaimed Bathrooms
• Reclaimed Sanitary Ware Online
• Aggregate Quality Protocols
• Recycling Ceramics

• Manual Handling
• Safe Use of Hand Tools
• Safe Use of 360 Plant and Attachments