Tips and hints
Use these handy tips to save water (and money) around your workplace.
- install water efficient taps - leaver or mixer taps let you find the right water temperature quickly
- install dual flush toilets
- clean and rinse with a bucket, rather than under running taps
- set air-conditioning temperature (wherever possible) no lower than 24 degrees - you'll use less water in the cooling tower and save on energy use
- check of leaks in taps, pipes and hoses
- only put the dishwasher on when it's full
- scrape instead of rinsing dishes
- wash fruit and vegies in a bowl or plugged sink, instead of a running tap
- display water usage and saving charts in the staffroom or kitchen
- make water usage updates a standing agenda item in meetings
- display posters in staff rooms and kitchen
- send water saving ideas and progress reports to staff in newsletters, emails and bulletins
- include water efficiency policies and procedures in staff induction and training programs
- establish an ideas box to share water saving ideas across your workplace
Something we haven't listed? Send us your tips and we'll publish them on our notice board.

