Simply Shredding -Archers

17/06/2026

You might have seen BS EN 15713 mentioned and wondered what it actually means.

In plain English, it’s the recognised standard that sets out how confidential waste should be properly handled, transported and destroyed so nothing sensitive can fall into the wrong hands.

For customers of Simply Shredding Archers, it basically means you can trust the job is being done properly from start to finish.

It covers things like:

✅ Your paperwork being kept secure while it’s collected and moved
✅ Everything being shredded to a proper recognised standard
✅ All waste being responsibly recycled afterwards
✅ Full paperwork and certificates so you’ve got proof it’s been done

So it’s not just bin it and forget it, it’s proper secure destruction, done the right way, with no shortcuts!

🔒 What BS EN 15713 Means for Your Confidential Waste 📄

You may have seen the term BS EN 15713 but what does it actually mean for your business? ✔️

In simple terms, BS EN 15713 is the recognised British Standard for secure destruction of confidential and sensitive material. It sets out strict guidelines for how documents should be handled, transported, and destroyed to ensure information is completely protected at every stage. 🔐📦

For businesses, this means peace of mind that your confidential waste is being managed to a consistently high, audited standard, reducing risk and supporting GDPR compliance.

At Simply Shredding, we follow secure processes aligned with this standard, helping ensure:

📄 Confidential information is properly protected

🚛 Secure handling from collection to destruction

♻️ Responsible recycling of shredded materials

📋 Full traceability and certification for compliance

In short, it’s your guarantee that sensitive information doesn’t just get disposed of… it gets destroyed properly.

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01/01/2026

Happy New Year to you all 🎉

As we step into 2026, everyone here at Simply Shredding Archers would like to wish our customers, friends and local communities a happy, healthy and prosperous year ahead.

A new year is always a good time to pause, take stock and look out for one another. Whether it’s checking in on a neighbour, having a brew and a chat, or simply being kind when it’s needed most, those small things make a big difference.

At Simply Shredding Archers, we’re proud to play our part by helping businesses and households start the year with a clear head and a clean slate, safely, securely and responsibly.

Here’s to working together, supporting one another, and making 2026 a good one for us all.

Take care, and all the best for the year ahead.

24/12/2025

Here we are then, Christmas has well and truly arrived 🎄

From all of us at Archers Simply Shredding, we’d like to wish our customers, friends and local communities a very Merry Christmas and a calm, peaceful New Year.

Thank you for trusting us with your confidential waste and shredding this year. It genuinely means a lot to a long-standing family business, and we’re incredibly proud of the team who turn up every day and do the job properly.

So, stick kettle on, grab a mince pie (or two), put your feet up if you can, and most importantly, look after one another.

Here’s to a brighter, steadier year ahead.

22/12/2025

This time of year can be a funny one. For many it’s full of lights, laughter and good company. For others, it can feel a bit quieter, a bit heavier, or just plain hard work getting through the days.

A small act of kindness can go a long way. A quick message, a phone call, a cuppa and a chat, or simply letting someone know you’re thinking of them. You never know the difference it might make.

Here at Simply Shredding - Archers, we’re big believers in looking out for one another. Whether it’s in the workplace or beyond it, kindness, patience and a bit of understanding matter more than ever at this time of year.

So if you can, reach out to someone today. It doesn’t have to be much, but it could mean everything.

Take care of yourselves, and each other.

❤️

10/10/2025

Life can get heavy sometimes, and it’s easy to keep quiet and carry on, but reaching out for a chat, or simply checking in on a friend, can make a world of difference.

A phone call, a cuppa, a quick message, it doesn’t have to be much, but it could mean everything to someone who’s struggling.

Today, on World Mental Health Day, we’re taking a moment to remember Anthony Sparrow, whose life we celebrate and whose memory continues to make a real difference to others through a fundraising page set up in his honour. It supports those in Herefordshire who are finding things tough and need a bit of help.

You can visit the page and leave a donation here: https://anthony-norman-sparrow.muchloved.com/

Let’s keep looking out for one another, not just today, but every day.

Dedicated to the memory of Ant

09/10/2025

We’re nearly at the end of the week, and before World Mental Health Day tomorrow, here’s your friendly reminder to take five. 🩵

Life moves fast. Whether you’re knee-deep in paperwork, managing deadlines, or running between jobs, it’s easy to forget to stop and breathe.

Here at Archers Simply Shredding, we see how stress can pile up, sometimes literally, in stacks of paper waiting to be dealt with! So, we always say, take a minute, step outside, grab a brew, and clear your head. A calmer mind makes for a clearer desk.

We’re proud to support mental wellbeing, not just on World Mental Health Day, but every single day!

For tips and advice, visit www.mentalhealth.org.uk or www.mind.org.uk/wmhd

08/10/2025

Let’s face it, life can get busy, and so can the paperwork pile! Whether it’s work deadlines or that stack of old documents waiting to be shredded, it all adds up and can leave you feeling a bit swamped. 😞

A bit of stress is normal, but when it starts to build up, it’s time to take a breather. Go for a walk, have a chat, get outside, the Yorkshire Dales work wonders for that!

We’re big believers in looking after each other, both in and out of the workplace, and talking about mental health is a big part of that.

If you or someone you know needs a bit of support, there’s plenty of help and advice at www.mentalhealth.org.uk

Good mental health for all. Dedicated to finding and addressing the sources of mental health problems.

07/10/2025

It’s easy to spot when someone’s struggling with a heavy box of paper, but not so easy to see when they’re carrying something heavier in their head.

That’s why this week, for World Mental Health Day, we’re all about taking five minutes to put the kettle on and have a proper chat. You’d be surprised what a brew and a bit of company can do.

Here at Archers Simply Shredding, we might spend our days clearing out old files and confidential waste, but when it comes to looking after each other, nothing gets shredded or ignored. We make time to talk, listen, and check in, because teamwork isn’t just about getting the job done, it’s about making sure everyone’s doing alright too.

If you or someone you know needs a bit of extra support, there’s help at www.mentalhealth.org.uk
No one should have to carry life’s load alone.

❤️

06/10/2025

This Friday is World Mental Health Day, and we’re spending the week talking about something that truly matters.

At Archers Simply Shredding, we believe everyone deserves a workplace where they feel supported, listened to, and valued. A bit of kindness and understanding goes a long way!

We all know how easy it is for things to build up, not just paperwork, but stress too. Taking time to pause, talk, and look after your headspace is just as important as keeping things organised.

If you’re struggling or just need some advice, take a look at the Mental Health Foundation’s website: www.mentalhealth.org.uk

Let’s make time to talk, listen and check in with our mates, our families, and ourselves.

❤️

27/08/2025

🚚 We’re Hiring! Join the Archers Team!

A division of the Archers company are actively looking for a removals Porter and or Porter/Cat C (class 2) HGV driver.

Are you looking for that opportunity to progress in removals or start your career with an award-winning removal company? At Archers Removals, we’re on the lookout for a Removals Porter and/or Porter/Cat C (Class 2) HGV Driver to join our award-winning, family-run business.

This exciting new opportunity will involve becoming a team member integrating into our existing teams, completing removals for both Domestic and business customers.

Your day-to-day role will involve visiting Homes and Businesses, helping our customers move all over North Yorkshire and the UK.

This career opportunity is suitable to both experienced removal porters looking to take the next step with their careers as well as someone looking to start their career journey with Archers removals.

We’re looking for people who are hardworking, reliable, and take pride in doing a job properly. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

For further details please Email 📧 [email protected]