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What is the primary aim of waste disposal?

To minimize waste generation

To dispose of waste as quickly as possible

To ensure proper management and disposal of waste (correct)

To reduce waste disposal costs

What should be marked on the containers holding hazardous wastes?

Caution: Waste Inside

Dangerous Materials

Hazardous Waste (correct)

Toxic Waste

Who is responsible for maintaining databases and inventories of all wastes generated?

The client

The company (correct)

The waste generator

The transportation supervisor

What is the purpose of a safety meeting before picking up waste?

To check the equipment and safety procedures Signup and view all the answers

What should be completed and attached to the waste container when it is full?

Characterized Waste Tag Signup and view all the answers

Who should the client or waste generator contact to schedule a hazardous waste pickup?

The transportation supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of waste management?

To reduce the effect of waste on health, the environment, and aesthetics Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for engaging in activities that prevent the generation of waste?

Waste avoidance Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of recovering materials without changing their physical and chemical properties?

Re-use Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of breaking down organic matter into a humus-like product?

Composting Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between waste management and resource recovery?

Waste management treats all materials as a single class, while resource recovery focuses on delaying the rate of consumption of natural resources Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a waste management technique?

Waste incineration Signup and view all the answers