Waste Management in Construction Industry

What is a major cause of waste problems in the construction industry?

• Lack of recycling facilities

• People not segregating their rubbish

• Insufficient waste disposal sites

• High cost of waste management

Despite what efforts do waste problems persist in the construction industry?

• Government regulations

• Environmental awareness campaigns

• Technological advancements

• Increased funding for waste management

Which of the following is a benefit of recycling?

• Increases greenhouse gas emissions.

• Depletes natural resources.

• Prevents water pollutants.

• Reduces job opportunities.

How does recycling contribute to energy conservation?

• By increasing the need for new landfills.

• By saving energy.

• By creating more waste.

• By using more raw materials.

What is one way recycling benefits the industry?

• Supplies valuable raw materials.

• Increases the need for incinerators.

• Reduces the development of technologies.

• Prevents job creation.

Recycling helps in reducing the need for what?

• More greenhouse gases.

• New landfills and incinerators.

• Additional water pollutants.

• Increased energy consumption.

What is a good practice on construction sites regarding waste?

• Ignoring waste segregation

• Burning all waste materials

• Monitoring segregation of waste for recycling

• Mixing all waste together

Which of the following materials can be recycled from a construction site undergoing demolition?

• Wood, brick, and concrete

• Glass, plastic, and rubber

• Metals

• All of the above

What is the focus on new builds regarding waste management?

• Reducing the use of machinery

• Increasing the speed of construction

• Enhancing the need to recycle as work proceeds

• Minimizing the number of workers

What are unwanted materials in construction?

• Materials reused for different functions

• Materials generated during construction processes

• Materials converted into new ones

• Materials used for fresh concrete