Scheduled Waste Management

What is Scheduled Wastes?

• Regular household

• Waste that is classified as hazardous due to its potential harmful effects

• Biodegradable waste

• Recyclable waste

Which of the following is considered scheduled wastes?

• Food wastes

• Contaminated container with chemicals

• Plastic bottles

• Carton box

What is the purpose of labelling scheduled wastes?

• To decorate the waste container

• To identify its type and hazards for safe handling

• To increase its value

• To make disposal easier

Which of the following is NOT a type of scheduled waste?

• Contaminated cotton rags and gloves

• Spent coolant

• e-Waste

• Aluminium scraps

Who is primarily responsible for managing scheduled wastes?

• General public

• Waste generator (factories, hospitals)

• Local government only

• Environmental organizations

Which of the following is COORECT about scheduled waste containers?

• Scheduled waste container shall always be close except to add the scheduled waste

• Hole, crack, budge, dent and corrosion container can be used to store the scheduled waste

• Use incompatible container with scheduled waste

• Plastic bag can be used to store the scheduled waste

Which is CORRECT about scheduled waste label?

• Scheduled waste label shall be labelled on each container of scheduled waste

• Scheduled waste label can be labelled on one container represent the other containers

• When to label and record the scheduled waste container after the container is full

• Ignore if a scheduled waste container label is damaged or illegible

When to label the scheduled waste container?

• After container is full

• As soon as first waste is added to the container with the first date generated

• Only during transfer from collection point to the Scheduled Waste Store

• At the end of the month

Can different scheduled waste codes be stored together in a one container?

• Yes, always

• No, each scheduled waste code should be stored in its designated container

• Only if the wastes are compatible

• It depends on the Department of Environment (DOE's) regulations

Where should scheduled wastes be disposed of?

• In a regular landfill

• At an unlicensed waste facility

• Through a Department of Environment (DOE's) licensed waste disposal contractor/facilities

• At factory recycling bins