a step and lift refuse liner removal system is disclosed , consisting of a conventional refuse container main housing . a conventional refuse liner rests on a support plate , located inside the main housing , above the bottom of the main housing . air holes in the support plate facilitate air flow throughout the main housing , thus reducing the vacuum between the refuse liner and the side walls of the main housing . a dual fulcrum and curved lever system permits the operator to lift the support plate by pressing down on a foot bar located outside the main housing near the ground . as such , the present invention facilitates the easy and effortless removal of a conventional refuse liner . a set of foot pads are provided to enable the operator to restrict the movement of the main housing relative to the ground .