Training Services has gone GREEN
In an effort to cut down on wasteful paper consumption, ITS Training Services has discontinued the use of paper-based manuals for their courses. References to online materials are provide in lieu of printed materials.
The Saskatchewan Government website provides many useful tips for green-living in the workplace. Visit their website for more information: http://www.environment.gov.sk.ca/gogreen
Some paperless workplace tips include:
- Avoid unnecessarily printing your documents: Retaining documents on your computer rather than in hard copy not only saves paper; it also saves on file storage space and keeps them right at your fingertips. If you travel, it also means less paper to carry with you.
- Set up your printer and photocopier to make two-sided copying by the default mode.
- If more than one person needs to look at the same document, when possible place a routing slip on the document instead of making copies.
- Avoid printing out emails you receive unless absolutely necessary.
- Get used to exchanging documents with colleagues via email instead of in hard copy. Either include your document as an e-mail attachment or, if the recipient cannot receive attachments, copy the text into the body of the e-mail.
- Set up and maintain convenient recycling areas for at least the following materials: paper, plastic, steel, aluminum, and glass. Post clear instructions as to what is recyclable on or near each container.

