Solid Waste Management Quiz
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What is a requirement for vehicles that collect solid waste?

  • They must be painted a specific color.
  • They should consider road size and condition. (correct)
  • They must be able to collect hazardous waste.
  • They need to have a minimum engine power.

    • Which of the following is an example of biodegradable waste?

  • Glass jars
  • Plastic bottles
  • Metal cans
  • Fruit and vegetable peelings (correct)

    • What factor is NOT a component of proper composting management?

  • Sound insulation (correct)
  • Aeration
  • Moisture Content
  • Raw Material

    • In which condition should composting facilities not be located?

    <p>Frequent flooding areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is vermi composting primarily based on?

    <p>Red worms feeding on organic matter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of waste is classified as non-biodegradable?

    <p>Styrofoam containers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Maintaining aerobic conditions in compost piles is important to prevent which of the following?

    <p>Creation of dangerous gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the salient features required for record keeping in composting facilities?

    <p>Daily waste weighing logs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of collection in solid waste management?

    <p>Gathering solid waste and transporting it to final disposal sites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which collection method involves collectors entering a homeowner's property?

    <p>Backyard carry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of collection requires homeowners to return containers after use?

    <p>Set-out service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant expense in solid waste management systems?

    <p>Cost of collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is route optimization in solid waste management?

    <p>Planning the most efficient collection routes for vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The cost of collection can account for what percentage of total solid waste management expenses?

    <p>40% to 80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is prioritized during the waste processing at a Waste Transfer Station?

    <p>Recycling materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which record is not required to be maintained at a waste facility?

    <p>Monthly revenue report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which collection method involves placing containers at the alley line for workers to pick up?

    <p>Alley service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum time allowed for waste to be removed from the facility after receipt?

    <p>24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining feature of the set-out set back service?

    <p>Containers are set out and returned post-collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of landfill is used for non-hazardous waste generated from residential and similar sources?

    <p>Municipal Solid Waste Landfill</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial feature of a sanitary landfill?

    <p>Exerting engineering control over environmental impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action is part of the waste management process at a Waste Transfer Station?

    <p>Sorting waste by material type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not typically involved in the operations of a Waste Transfer Station?

    <p>Processing hazardous chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is typically done with waste after it has been sorted at the Waste Transfer Station?

    <p>Moved to its next destination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of upcycling in waste management?

    <p>To convert waste into reusable products of higher value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is NOT recommended for managing special waste?

    <p>Disposing of it with general household waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a sanitary landfill?

    <p>A facility that exerts engineering controls over environmental impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is classified as special waste?

    <p>Household batteries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should residual waste be managed?

    <p>Shredded or crushed for reuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a public market?

    <p>An outdoor area selling produce directly from farmers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of industries are considered when classifying waste generation sources?

    <p>Food processing and agricultural industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a hazardous waste hauler?

    <p>To treat and transport special waste safely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum lifespan requirement for a sanitary landfill according to Republic Act No. 9003?

    <p>Five years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What materials are typically used in plastic liners for municipal solid waste landfills?

    <p>Dense plastic and synthetic materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which system is used to contain leachate and prevent contaminants from flowing to groundwater in landfills?

    <p>Liner system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the leachate collection process in a landfill?

    <p>Waste liquids are filtered using pipes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant purpose of leachate collection ponds in a landfill?

    <p>To test and settle leachate for treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of installing compact clay liners in a sanitary landfill?

    <p>To contain waste liquids and gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During landfill construction, which roadway condition is essential for the landfill site?

    <p>It should be accessible from major roadways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of leachate collected from landfills?

    <p>It often carries harmful contaminants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of recirculating leachate in a landfill?

    <p>To reduce the amount of leachate in the landfill</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to storm water after it is collected by drainage ditches?

    <p>It is carried to collection ponds for settling of soil particles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gases are primarily produced from waste decomposition in landfills?

    <p>Methane and carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential environmental hazard of untreated methane from landfills?

    <p>Explosive and flammable conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can the electricity generated from landfill gas be utilized?

    <p>At power plants either at or near the landfill</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of filtering gas extracted from landfills?

    <p>To purify it to natural gas quality for various applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs to the treated leachate after it is certified as safe?

    <p>It is released into local bodies of water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the storm water drainage system prevent rainwater accumulation in a landfill?

    <p>Through a system of pipes and ditches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Republic Act No. 9003 - Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000

    • An act establishing mechanisms for solid waste management in the Philippines
    • Aims to create a sustainable solid waste management program
    • Includes penalties for prohibited actions and funds allocated
    • Originated from a 2000 landslide in Payatas, Quezon City, Philippines
    • Initial landslide resulted in the deaths of about 218 and numerous missing people
    • Motivated the creation of the act to prevent similar disasters
    • Demanded closure of open dumpsites by 2004, and controlled dumpsites by 2006
    • Payatas dumpsite was reorganized as a controlled disposal facility in 2004
    • Permanent closure of Payatas dumpsite occurred in 2017

    Solid Waste Definition

    • Refers to discarded household, commercial, non-hazardous institutional and industrial waste
    • Excludes hazardous, infectious, and mining waste

    Solid Waste Management

    • Involves the control of generation, storage, collection, transfer, processing, and disposal of solid waste.
    • Adheres to best principles of public health, economics, engineering, aesthetics, and other environmental considerations

    Basic Policies for Solid Waste Management

    • Ensure protection of public health and environment
    • Utilize environmentally sound methods for maximal resource utilization and conservation
    • Set guidelines and targets for waste avoidance, reduction, reuse, and recovery
    • Ensure proper segregation, collection, transport, storage, treatment, and disposal
    • Promote research and development for improved waste management and resource conservation techniques.
    • Encourage private sector participation
    • Establish cooperation among government, local units, NGOs, and the private sector
    • Encourage cooperation and self-regulation in waste generation
    • Institutionalize public participation in waste management programs

    National Solid Waste Management Commission

    • Composed of 14 members from the government sector and 3 from the private sector
    • Includes representatives from various governmental departments and private sector organizations.
    • Function as the policy-making body for solid waste management.

    Local Government Units (LGUs) Responsibilities

    • Implement the National Solid Waste Management system within their jurisdictions
    • Create solid waste management boards
    • Develop 10-year waste management plans
    • Conduct segregation and collection of solid waste at the barangay level.
    • Define responsibilities for types of waste.

    Key Components of Local Solid Waste Management Plans

    • City/Municipal profile
    • Waste characterization
    • Collection, transfer and processing, Source Reduction
    • Recycling and composting
    • Solid waste facility capacity
    • Education and public information programs
    • Priority waste streams
    • Incentive programs

    Waste Management Facilities

    • Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)
    • Designed to manually and/or mechanically process and separate recyclable materials
    • Handles all types of recyclable material

    Hazardous Waste Management

    • Separate collection procedures
    • Use alternative technologies for effective waste management

    Regulations and Penalties

    • Prohibits open burning, littering, etc.— with commensurate fines
    • Prohibits construction, expansion, or operation of certain facilities without compliance
    • Imposes penalties and fines on violations of solid waste management regulations
    • Establishes a framework for environmentally sound waste treatment, disposal, and management

    Environmental Impacts of Improper Waste Management

    • Flooding
    • Landslides
    • Health hazards
    • Water contamination
    • Air pollution
    • Release of greenhouse gases
    • Foul odor
    • Marine debris

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