4. RISK ANALYSIS:

There will still be a risk of illegal dumping and its associated hazards (fire, rodents, etc.) with all options presented. This risk is rated significant in all options and should be monitored by the Manager of Environmental Services. Currently a bylaw exists that attributes the responsibility of removal to the abutting homeowner. Option A and C mitigate this risk as they result in the least amount of items set out. Neither option will eliminate the risk.

There are no additional risks associated with Option A; however there are with options B, C and D.

Additional risks to Option B and D With Option B and D, there is a moderate risk of lack of budgetary funds if the demand for curb­ side collection is greater than anticipated. The Financial Matters details an anticipated tipping fee and labour fee. This figure however, is highly speculative. Should the program prove to be more popular, the tipping fee and labour/ benefit costs could grow quite quickly. Furthermore there remains the significant risk associated with illegally dumped items (fire, rodents, etc) since collection may not happen for several days or weeks after the dumping has occurred. image

There is also a moderate risk of an increase of WSIB claims should the service be provided by CUPE Local 82 workers. The items eligible for the bulk program are by nature awkward to handle and over 44lbs (the current limit for waste containers). Even when using safe lifting techniques, employees will be at increased risk of injury. The Financial Matters include a cost estimate for one claim, however more than one claim could cause a budget breach. This risk could be mitigated by employing contracted forces for the service; however their anticipated costs for similar claims would be factored into their rate.

Lastly, a moderate risk exists from issues arising from bedbugs and infestations. A work procedure would be developed to address these issues; however, delays in service are likely to occur.

Addinonal risks to Opnon C With Option C, there is a moderate risk of fraud associated with the vouchers. There is a possibility that some vouchers may be copied or sold for a profit. A mitigating strategy could be to add content to the vouchers that would be difficult to replicate or copy.