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Waste Collection and Transportation Practices Flashcards

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  1. A commercial hauler collects putrescible waste and medical waste in the same vehicle compartment. This practice is:

    Answer: Prohibited under most state regulations requiring separate handling of medical waste

    Medical (regulated) waste must be collected and transported separately from municipal solid waste under state and federal regulations.

  2. What is 'deadhead mileage' in the context of waste transportation?

    Answer: Miles driven with an empty vehicle not collecting or delivering waste

    Deadhead mileage refers to non-productive vehicle travel when the truck carries no payload, increasing cost and emissions.

  3. Which document must accompany a shipment of hazardous waste from the generator to the disposal facility?

    Answer: Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest

    The Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest (EPA Form 8700-22) is the required tracking document that follows hazardous waste from cradle to grave.

  4. A collection crew notices a container is leaking an unknown liquid. The correct first response is to:

    Answer: Refuse collection, secure the area, and notify the supervisor and potentially emergency responders

    Unknown leaking liquids may be hazardous; crews must refuse collection, establish a safety perimeter, and contact the supervisor and potentially HAZMAT responders.

  5. Transfer stations serve what primary function in the waste management system?

    Answer: Temporary consolidation point where waste is transferred from collection vehicles to larger long-haul vehicles

    Transfer stations consolidate waste from multiple collection trucks into larger trailers for more economical long-haul transport to disposal facilities.

  6. Which of the following best describes a 'swing route' in collection operations?

    Answer: An on-call route used to cover absent drivers' regular routes or handle overflow

    A swing route is a flexible route operated by a swing driver who covers absent regular drivers or handles overflow collection needs.

  7. Under the EPA's e-Manifest system, what is the main advantage for waste transporters?

    Answer: It replaces paper manifests with an electronic tracking system, reducing paperwork and improving data accuracy

    The e-Manifest system digitizes hazardous waste tracking, reducing administrative burden and improving real-time data visibility for all parties.