What is the main aim of the learning material?

• Introduce learners to waste management.

• Explain the importance of recycling.

• Discuss renewable energy sources.

• Analyze the effects of pollution.

Which of the following is an objective of the learning material?

• State the benefits of waste management.

• Describe the history of waste management.

• Identify types of waste.

• Discuss global warming.

What is one of the objectives related to regulations in the learning material?

• State the building control regulations covering waste management.

• Explain the environmental laws of the 21st century.

• Discuss international trade regulations.

• Analyze traffic control laws.

How many tonnes of construction products are wasted every year?

• 5 million tonnes

• 10 million tonnes

• 15 million tonnes

• 20 million tonnes

What is the cost of construction waste every year?

• £0.5 billion

• £1 billion

• £1.5 billion

• £2 billion

Which material constitutes the highest percentage of construction waste by weight?

• Wood

• Cardboard

• Drywall

• Metals

Which material constitutes the highest percentage of construction waste by volume?

• Wood

• Cardboard

• Drywall

• Metals

What is considered waste according to the provided definition?

• Any substance that is useful and in demand.

• Any substance that is a scrap material or effluent.

• Any new product ready for sale.

• Any substance that is perfectly functional and clean.

Which of the following requires disposal as waste?

• A brand new, unused item.

• A fully functional electronic device.

• A broken, worn out, or contaminated article.

• A freshly manufactured product.

What is considered controlled waste?

• Household waste only

• Building and demolition waste and household industrial and commercial waste

• Only special waste

• Recyclable waste only