12 Questions
What is the first element in the waste management hierarchy?
Source reduction
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of waste minimization?
Increasing the amount of waste generated
Which chapter in the reference book discusses healthcare waste minimization?
Chapter 4
What is the MAIN purpose of establishing a good baseline data of the amount of waste generated prior to implementation of the waste minimization program?
To determine the effectiveness of the waste minimization program
Which of the following is NOT a part of the Lesson Outline?
Waste Incineration
Which of the following is NOT a part of the waste management hierarchy?
Landfilling
Which of the following is NOT a principle of waste minimization mentioned in the text?
Incineration
What does the text state as an example of 'reduction at source'?
Replacing mercury thermometers with digital thermometers
What is the main benefit of segregating waste?
It reduces the amount of waste that needs to be managed as biohazardous or hazardous
The text mentions which of the following as an advantage of composting?
It is a strategy to minimize waste such as food discards and yard waste
What does the text imply about the importance of top management commitment to waste minimization?
It should be formally approved in writing to demonstrate support
According to the passage, what is the main purpose of re-using products?
To use products repeatedly for their intended function
Test your knowledge on healthcare waste minimization, waste handling, storage, and disposal systems based on Chapter 4 to 6. Questions cover key concepts from the specified pages in the reference book.
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