What can I shred?
The quick answer is any paper you'd like!
You don't need to remove the following from your shredding:
- Staples
- Binder clips, paper clips
- Plastic sleeves and wallets
- Lever arch files
What documents should I shred?
Many people are unsure about what documents should be shred, below are lists of documents commonly shred - and some that are often overlooked
For both individuals and businesses, make sure to retain any records for as long as you are required to/need to keep them, and always keep them locked away in a safe place
Are you unsure if an item can be shred? Help is here - what you can't shred
Just some of the items a business should be shredding
Printed emails
CVs
HR records
Management audits and records
Accounts & management accounts
Outdated invoices, customer records
Anything printed that no longer needs to be kept, such as an email from a customer or supplier
Anything that can identify an individual that does not need to be retained (in order to maintain GDPR compliance)
Just some of the items private individuals should be shredding
Outdated utility bills and account information
Bank account, credit accounts, car finance, loan, and mortgage documents and summaries
Medical records, including correspondence, appointment information and prescription information (including labels)
Veterinary bills and information
Childrens school reports and correspondence you no longer wish to keep
Credit offers, both personalised and generic
Outdated tax information and correspondence
Outdated insurance information
Post for previous residents of your home (it's always best to mark them return to sender and pop them in the post box when possible)
