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Action - A Code of Practice on Litter and Refuse

The following standards are recommended for educational institutions:

  Type of land Clearance standard      
    A B C D
During term time, other than holidays, weekends or half term Hard surfaced areas Achieved after cleaning   Restored to Grade A within 24 hours Restored to Grade A within 24 hours
  Grassed areas   Achieved after cleaning Restored to Grade B within 24 hours Restored to Grade B within 24 hours
When used for a purpose authorised by governing body or managers during holidays Hard surfaced areas Achieved after cleaning   Restored to Grade A within 1 week Restored to Grade A within 1 week
  Grassed areas   Achieved after cleaning Restored to Grade B within 1 week Restored to Grade B within 1 week
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