Solid Waste Collection and Transport Quiz

What are the factors considered for on-site storage of solid waste?

• Collection frequency, Space available, Public health, Aesthetics

• Types of containers used, Container Locations, Public health, Aesthetics

• Types of containers used, Container Locations, Collection frequency, Space available

• Types of containers used, Collection frequency, Public health, Aesthetics

What is the major problem associated with the collection of solid waste?

• Absence of systematic methods, Vehicle breakdown, Labor shortage, Road congestion

• Road congestion, Lack of labor, Inadequate containers, Poor infrastructure

• Poor building layouts, Labor shortage, Vehicle breakdown, Lack of containers

• Poor building layouts, Road congestion, Physical infrastructure, Absence of systematic methods

Which entity is responsible for the collection of solid waste after privatization?

• A Consortium of management companies

• Municipal Council

• Private residents

• Private firm under contract to municipal

What is the most common collection service for residential areas?

• House-to-house collection

• Curb (Kerb-side), alley, and backyard collection

• High-rise apartment or flats collection

• Set-out, set back collection

What is the recommended collection frequency for food waste?

• The normal time for the accumulation of waste to fill a container

• The time for fresh garbage to putrify and emit foul odor

• The length of fly-breeding cycle ( < 7 days)

• All of the above

What is a common cause of inefficiencies in solid waste collection?

• Inadequate Cooperation from the Citizenry

• Poor Labor Management and Supervision

• Inappropriate Type and Size of Collection Vehicles

• All of the above

What is the advantage of transfer stations in solid waste management?

• All of the above

• Lower overall haul cost

• Greater traffic control

• Better haul roads for collection vehicles

What is a criterion for selecting a transfer station location?

• All of the above

• Near the collection area served

• Accessible to major haul routes

• Adequate land area for isolation

What is a recommended approach to optimizing costs and productivity in solid waste collection?

• Demand-Driven Approach to Involving People in their Service Choices

• Rationalize Operations – Crew Size, Vehicle Size, Route Design

• All of the above

• Monitor Performance with Weighbridges

Which type of vehicle is recommended for fast-moving solid waste collection?

• Small – power tiller

• Container lifting – roll on

• Slow moving – tractor and trailer

• Open Tipper Truck