Ever wondered why your rubbish isn’t always collected when it snows? One binman has cleared up the confusion, and it’s not about a lack of effort! It’s all about what’s available to them.
Responding to a social media comment calling binmen an “absolute disgrace,” TikToker @theno1.binman shared some insights. Someone claimed, “A bit of snow forecast and the council cancel emptying bins. God help them if they lived in Sweden.” Well, guess what? We’re not in Sweden. Here’s the deal: We don’t get much snow here—in fact, it usually shows up maybe once every couple of years. So investing in snow-ready equipment just doesn’t make sense.
Our binman friend explains that councils would need to splurge on special boots, tyres, and gear for that one snowy week. Plus, those bin lorries? They’re not fans of the cold either and sometimes need a bit of warming up before they can get going.
In places like Sweden, they’re ready for snow because it’s a regular guest. But here, it’s like inviting someone over who might show up once every hundred weeks. Seems a bit of a waste, doesn’t it?
One savvy comment summed it up perfectly: “Sweden probably has vehicles made for their weather, unlike ours.” So maybe next time the bins are a bit delayed, we can cut our binmen some slack. After all, they do a job that many wouldn’t even consider! Whatever the weather throws at them, they’re out there, making sure our bins are collected even during holidays. Let’s show some appreciation for these unsung heroes! 🌨️🚛💪