Bag your garbage in sturdy plastic bags. Most localities require that trash be contained in garbage bags before being placed in a dumpster. Tie the bag closed with an overhand knot or using the zip-tie provided with the bags.
Dump only proper materials into the dumpster. Hazardous, flammable and recyclable materials require separate disposal.
Set the garbage bag on the ground before opening the dumpster. Some dumpsters have side opening doors with slide-bar latches. If your bag will fit through this door, it is the easiest way to open the dumpster. If the bag is too large, open the top lid of the dumpster.
Pick up the bag of garbage and put it inside the dumpster. If the bag is extra heavy, have someone assist you.
Close the lid of the dumpster, keeping clear of the path of the lid.