Progression 202 Lesson5 Quiz

What is referred to as "construction waste"?

• Any material produced during construction that is discarded

• Only processed materials from construction

• Materials that are stored for future use

• Reusable materials only

What is the final stage in the waste hierarchy?

• Prevention

• Preparing for Re-use

• Recovery

• Disposal

What is non-hazardous waste?

• Waste that poses a risk to the environment or human health

• Waste that doesn't endanger the environment or human health

• Waste that is always recyclable

• Waste that is only found in residential areas

What is hazardous waste?

• Waste that is safe for the environment

• Waste that poses a risk to the environment or human health

• Waste that is always biodegradable

• Waste that is only found in industrial areas

What is the main concern with hazardous waste?

• It is expensive to dispose of

• It poses a risk to the environment or human health

• It is difficult to transport

• It is always radioactive

What is a common feature of non-hazardous waste?

• It is always liquid

• It has a wide range of recycling and reuse options

• It is always solid

• It is only found in rural areas

What does non-hazardous waste not do?

• Endanger the environment

• Pose a risk to human health

• Have recycling options

• Decompose quickly

What is the primary benefit of segregating waste on site into separate material streams?

• Increases labor costs

• Minimizes costs and maximizes recycling opportunities

• Reduces the need for waste management companies

• Decreases the amount of waste produced

What can a licensed waste management company do with mixed skips?

• Incinerate all materials

• Recover recyclable materials

• Dispose of waste in the ocean

• Store waste indefinitely

Under which regulations are construction businesses required to manage hazardous waste?

• Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2005

• Waste Management Regulations 1995

• Environmental Waste Regulations 2000

• Pollution Control Regulations 1998