Waste Management Practices in McDonald's Pasay City

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What does the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000 aim to address?

The Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000, also known as Republic Act 9003, aims to address the issues of escalating waste, especially in cities, by focusing on waste source reduction, waste recycling, and waste composting to promote prudent waste management methods and reduce waste generation.

What are the key challenges that McDonald's and similar fast-food establishments face in managing waste?

Fast-food establishments like McDonald's face challenges in managing waste due to high volumes of disposable packaging and food waste generation, coupled with the growing popularity of fast food, placing a greater demand for effective waste management practices.

What are the main objectives of the study?

The primary aim of the study is to assess the Waste Management Practices of Selected McDonald's Outlets in Pasay City. The study seeks to evaluate the current policy, assess the economic benefits, and analyze the potential for influencing policy and behavior.

What is the main research tool used in the study?

Surveys Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sampling techniques is employed in the study?

Stratified random sampling Signup and view all the answers

The study found that McDonald's branches in Pasay City have a low level of waste management practices.

False Signup and view all the answers

Which of the three areas in which the study assessed waste management practices scored the highest overall mean?

Reuse Signup and view all the answers

Which McDonald's branch in Pasay City had the highest mean score in the assessment of waste management practices, indicating greater compliance with sustainable practices?

Cartimar Signup and view all the answers

The study suggests that there is no impact of waste management practices on employee behavior across different McDonald's branches.

False Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary challenges faced by employees in implementing waste management practices?

The study points to significant challenges faced by employees regarding understanding waste management guidelines, implementing waste reduction measures, and communicating waste management practices effectively to customers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main recommendation for customers?

To actively participate in McDonald's waste management practices Signup and view all the answers

What recommendation does the study make to McDonald's management?

Invest in more comprehensive training programs to help employees understand and implement waste reduction strategies Signup and view all the answers

What is the main recommendation for future researchers?

The study recommends that future researchers conduct in-depth investigations into the challenges faced by McDonald's employees in implementing sustainability initiatives and waste management practices. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Waste Management Practices of Selected McDonald's Branches in Pasay City

This research examines waste management practices at specific McDonald's locations in Pasay City, Philippines
The study aims to understand compliance with Republic Act 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management Act)
The study investigates waste reduction, recycling, and disposal strategies
Research participants include employees and managers at 3 McDonald's branches
Data collection involves surveys, questionnaires & interviews with staff and managers.
The study employs statistical analysis to identify patterns in waste management practices across the different branches.
Results will be used to make suggestions for enhanced waste management practices within McDonald's.
The study covers the period from August 2024 to December 2024.
Respondents come from 3 McDonald's branches within Pasay City -Rotonda McDonald's -Cartimar McDonald's -Villaruel McDonald's
167 respondents participated (full-time and part-time employees, different positions, & departments)
The study assesses employee and management levels for Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle practices
A significant measurable difference exists in the waste practices among the three branches
Respondents largely faced difficulties communicating waste practices to customers properly, implementing waste reduction measures, understanding waste guidelines, and adhering to waste segregation rules
Recommendations are provided to enhance waste management practices across all McDonald's branches
Recommendations aim to improve employee training and waste management awareness programs for customers

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This study explores waste management practices at selected McDonald's branches in Pasay City, focusing on compliance with the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act. Through surveys and interviews with employees and managers, the research aims to identify effective waste reduction, recycling, and disposal strategies. The findings will inform suggestions for improving waste management practices within the organization.