Lecture 9_10 Waste Collection and Management

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What is waste collection?

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The gathering of waste from various sources and hauling it to a location where the contents of collection vehicles are emptied.

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What are the methods of primary waste collection?

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Curb Services, Alley Services, Setout-setback services, Setout services, Backyard services.

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What is curb service in waste collection?

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Residents are responsible for placing containers at the curb on collection day and returning them after emptying.

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What is alley service in waste collection?

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Containers are stored in alleys, and collection is similar to curb services.

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What is setout-setback service?

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Containers are set out from the residential property and returned after being emptied by collection crews.

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What is the difference between setout service and setout-setback service?

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In setout service, the resident is responsible for returning the containers to their storage location.

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What are backyard services in waste collection?

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Wastes are stored in containers or sealed bags in the backyard and collected by the collection crew.

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What is the common collection method for low and medium rise apartments?

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Curbside collection, with maintenance staff responsible for transporting containers to the curb.

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What are the common vehicles for primary waste collection in India?

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Compactor vehicles, which can handle 7-10 tons per trip of commingled waste.

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What is the importance of waste segregation?

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Segregation is crucial for effective collection and transportation of waste.