Question 1

interim containment of
solid waste after generation and prior to
collection for ultimate recovery or
disposal.(RA 9003

Accepted Answer

Storage

Question 2

Purpose: Isolate waste from the
environment.

Accepted Answer

Storage

Question 3

▪ Minimum space requirements.
▪ Accessible for collection.
▪ Minimal cost in proportion to hygiene
and aesthetics.
▪ Presentable, sanitary and
comparatively low cost

Accepted Answer

criteria for storing MSW

Question 4

• Easily carried i.e., portable and light.
• Water tight, durable and non-
corrosive.
• Metal or plastic cans/drums.
• Plastic bags: 5-30 gal capacity.
• Residential: 10 – 30 kg

Accepted Answer

specific criteria of residential waste

Question 5

Accessible to both throwing and
collecting.
• Shredding or compacting prior to
storage.
• Black plastic bags / garbage bin: 15 kgs
maximum.
• Used oil drums

Accepted Answer

Commercial & institutional waste

Question 6

are 55-gallon (200 L) containers for oil/liquids. They are heavy (16–18 kg empty), need two workers to lift, may collect rainwater if uncovered, and reduce collection efficiency while increasing costs

Accepted Answer

Used drum oils

Question 7

Process waste emanating from
industrial processes must be separately
contained; if possible, do not mix bulky
or voluminous waste

Accepted Answer

Industrial waste

Question 8

Non-process waste from canteen,
comfort rooms, office must be
contained/stored separately.

Accepted Answer

Industrial waste

Question 9

NEVER combine the storage of process
and non-process waste:
• Could be disposed easily if without dirt.
• Could be toxic/reactive.
• Could be recycled

Accepted Answer

Industrial waste

Question 10

are completely enclosed,
self-supporting structures (i.e., they have four
walls, a roof, and a floor) used to store or treat
non-containerized hazardous waste.

Accepted Answer

Containment buildings

Question 11

the act of removing solid
waste from the source or from a
communal storage point. (RA 9003)

Accepted Answer

Collection

Question 12

This entails the regular and systematic
gathering of waste from various storage
sites and pick-up points, hauling them to
transfer stations, processing and recovery
facilities, or to final disposal sites

Accepted Answer

Collection

Question 13

the most expensive SWM
element, usually accounting for 40% to
80% of waste management costs

Accepted Answer

Collection

Question 14

Under RA 9003
the____  is responsible for
collecting non-recyclable materials and
special wastes, while barangay units are
given the task and responsibility of collecting
and segregating the biodegradable,
compostable, and reusable wastes.

Accepted Answer

local government

Question 15

▪ Public Health (health of citizens).
▪ Environmental sustainability.
▪ Community aesthetics.
▪ Economic development.

Accepted Answer

Reasons for refuse collection

Question 16

▪ Vehicles.
▪ Labour.
▪ Operation and Maintenance.

Accepted Answer

Elements of refuse collection

Question 17

▪ Labour.
▪ Traffic.
▪ Cost of maintenance.
▪ Occupational hazard.

Accepted Answer

Major Problems

Question 18

▪ Types of waste to be collected
▪ Types of service user
▪ Ease of accessibility
▪ Constraints

Accepted Answer

Important points to consider for collection

Question 19

1. Directly empty portable containers into the collection vehicle.
2. Empty portable containers into a transfer container, then to the vehicle.
3. Move ground-level waste to a secondary container or shovel directly into the vehicle.

Accepted Answer

Waste Transfer Methods:

Question 20

Travel to/from the work area.

Collection process: transferring waste to the vehicle and moving between collection points.

Delivery: transporting vehicle contents to the disposal site.

Accepted Answer

solid waste collection components

Question 21

▪ Character of waste.
▪ Climate.
▪ Communal or home storage.
▪ Characteristics of the dwelling or shop.
▪ Duties of the residents.
▪ Cost

Accepted Answer

Collection frequency of collection

Question 22

________ of waste becomes
apparent during the first 2 days, thus it is
more important to dispose the refuse at
once even if no flies have been produced.
Therefore, TWICE weekly collection is
preferable

Accepted Answer

Decomposition

Question 23

more rapid in tropical
countries like RP than in temperate ones.

Accepted Answer

Decomposition

Question 24

Twice weekly collection is the minimum
recommended frequency

Accepted Answer

Decomposition

Question 25

Home storage could tolerate less frequent
collection since fly generation could be
less a nuisance if properly covered.

Accepted Answer

Communal or Home Storage

Question 26

Communal storage demands a daily or at
least 3 times weekly frequency. Refuse
collected from communal containers may
no longer be fresh and could contain fly
larvae already.

Accepted Answer

Communal or Home Storage

Question 27

a very costly service
and it is wise to find the system which is
most appropriate to local conditions in
terms of quality service and cost of
operation

Accepted Answer

Refuse Collection Vehicles

Question 28

Load must be covered during transport (e.g., net, tarp) at ≥30 kph.

Loading height ≤1.6 m.

Vehicle body must have mechanical/powered unloading (e.g., hydraulic tipping).

Accepted Answer

Collection Vehicle Design Requirements:

Question 29

1. Compactor trucks.
2. Standard commercial trucks (with
extended sideboard to increase
capacity) 6 wheelers, 8-10 tons
payload capacit

Accepted Answer

types of collection trucks

Question 30

Depending on the containers to be cleared each
day, the route for lifting containers may be worked
out avoiding zigzag movement of vehicles to the
extent possible. This will save a lot of fuel and time.

Accepted Answer

Routing of Vehicles

Question 31

Vehicles can operate in two shifts to maximize fleet use and reduce the need for new vehicles.

Night transport helps avoid daytime traffic congestion.

Night work boosts productivity and lowers service costs

Accepted Answer

Use of Vehicles in Two Shifts:

Question 32

Use small vehicles for direct waste loading in congested areas.

Park vehicles at suitable locations during collection.

Sweepers transfer waste from handcarts directly into these vehicles.

Accepted Answer

Transportation from Congested Areas:

Question 33

Facilities that receive solid waste for temporary storage, separation, processing, or to transfer waste from smaller to larger vehicles for transport.

Accepted Answer

transfer stations (ra 9003)

Question 34

Facilities processing waste per national standards.

Facilities handling pre-separated, reusable waste.

Licensed operators’ premises where processing is incidental to collection/disposal.

Accepted Answer

Exclusions from “Transfer Stations” (RA 9003):

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STORAGE COLLECTION TRANSFER AND TRANSPORT

Question	Answer
interim containment of solid waste after generation and prior to collection for ultimate recovery or disposal.(RA 9003	Storage
Purpose: Isolate waste from the environment.	Storage
▪ Minimum space requirements. ▪ Accessible for collection. ▪ Minimal cost in proportion to hygiene and aesthetics. ▪ Presentable, sanitary and comparatively low cost	criteria for storing MSW
• Easily carried i.e., portable and light. • Water tight, durable and non- corrosive. • Metal or plastic cans/drums. • Plastic bags: 5-30 gal capacity. • Residential: 10 – 30 kg	specific criteria of residential waste
Accessible to both throwing and collecting. • Shredding or compacting prior to storage. • Black plastic bags / garbage bin: 15 kgs maximum. • Used oil drums	Commercial & institutional waste
are 55-gallon (200 L) containers for oil/liquids. They are heavy (16–18 kg empty), need two workers to lift, may collect rainwater if uncovered, and reduce collection efficiency while increasing costs	Used drum oils
Process waste emanating from industrial processes must be separately contained; if possible, do not mix bulky or voluminous waste	Industrial waste
Non-process waste from canteen, comfort rooms, office must be contained/stored separately.	Industrial waste
NEVER combine the storage of process and non-process waste: • Could be disposed easily if without dirt. • Could be toxic/reactive. • Could be recycled	Industrial waste
are completely enclosed, self-supporting structures (i.e., they have four walls, a roof, and a floor) used to store or treat non-containerized hazardous waste.	Containment buildings
the act of removing solid waste from the source or from a communal storage point. (RA 9003)	Collection
This entails the regular and systematic gathering of waste from various storage sites and pick-up points, hauling them to transfer stations, processing and recovery facilities, or to final disposal sites	Collection
the most expensive SWM element, usually accounting for 40% to 80% of waste management costs	Collection
Under RA 9003 the____ is responsible for collecting non-recyclable materials and special wastes, while barangay units are given the task and responsibility of collecting and segregating the biodegradable, compostable, and reusable wastes.	local government
▪ Public Health (health of citizens). ▪ Environmental sustainability. ▪ Community aesthetics. ▪ Economic development.	Reasons for refuse collection
▪ Vehicles. ▪ Labour. ▪ Operation and Maintenance.	Elements of refuse collection
▪ Labour. ▪ Traffic. ▪ Cost of maintenance. ▪ Occupational hazard.	Major Problems
▪ Types of waste to be collected ▪ Types of service user ▪ Ease of accessibility ▪ Constraints	Important points to consider for collection
1. Directly empty portable containers into the collection vehicle. 2. Empty portable containers into a transfer container, then to the vehicle. 3. Move ground-level waste to a secondary container or shovel directly into the vehicle.	Waste Transfer Methods:
Travel to/from the work area. Collection process: transferring waste to the vehicle and moving between collection points. Delivery: transporting vehicle contents to the disposal site.	solid waste collection components
▪ Character of waste. ▪ Climate. ▪ Communal or home storage. ▪ Characteristics of the dwelling or shop. ▪ Duties of the residents. ▪ Cost	Collection frequency of collection
________ of waste becomes apparent during the first 2 days, thus it is more important to dispose the refuse at once even if no flies have been produced. Therefore, TWICE weekly collection is preferable	Decomposition
more rapid in tropical countries like RP than in temperate ones.	Decomposition
Twice weekly collection is the minimum recommended frequency	Decomposition
Home storage could tolerate less frequent collection since fly generation could be less a nuisance if properly covered.	Communal or Home Storage
Communal storage demands a daily or at least 3 times weekly frequency. Refuse collected from communal containers may no longer be fresh and could contain fly larvae already.	Communal or Home Storage
a very costly service and it is wise to find the system which is most appropriate to local conditions in terms of quality service and cost of operation	Refuse Collection Vehicles
Load must be covered during transport (e.g., net, tarp) at ≥30 kph. Loading height ≤1.6 m. Vehicle body must have mechanical/powered unloading (e.g., hydraulic tipping).	Collection Vehicle Design Requirements:
1. Compactor trucks. 2. Standard commercial trucks (with extended sideboard to increase capacity) 6 wheelers, 8-10 tons payload capacit	types of collection trucks
Depending on the containers to be cleared each day, the route for lifting containers may be worked out avoiding zigzag movement of vehicles to the extent possible. This will save a lot of fuel and time.	Routing of Vehicles
Vehicles can operate in two shifts to maximize fleet use and reduce the need for new vehicles. Night transport helps avoid daytime traffic congestion. Night work boosts productivity and lowers service costs	Use of Vehicles in Two Shifts:
Use small vehicles for direct waste loading in congested areas. Park vehicles at suitable locations during collection. Sweepers transfer waste from handcarts directly into these vehicles.	Transportation from Congested Areas:
Facilities that receive solid waste for temporary storage, separation, processing, or to transfer waste from smaller to larger vehicles for transport.	transfer stations (ra 9003)
Facilities processing waste per national standards. Facilities handling pre-separated, reusable waste. Licensed operators’ premises where processing is incidental to collection/disposal.	Exclusions from “Transfer Stations” (RA 9003):

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