CPWM Collection and Transportation Logistics 2

Question 1

What does 'payload capacity' refer to in waste collection vehicle specifications?

Accepted Answer

The maximum weight of waste the vehicle can legally carry

Answer

The volume of the hopper before compaction

Answer

The engine horsepower rating

Answer

The number of stops per route

Question 2

Which routing strategy minimizes left-hand turns to reduce fuel consumption and collection time?

Accepted Answer

UPS-style right-turn optimization

Answer

Spiral routing

Answer

Grid routing

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Reverse route scheduling

Question 3

A residential curbside collection truck must not exceed what federal bridge formula weight limit on a standard two-axle configuration?

Accepted Answer

80,000 lbs

Answer

34,000 lbs

Answer

40,000 lbs

Answer

26,001 lbs

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a transfer station in a waste collection system?

Accepted Answer

To consolidate waste from collection vehicles before long-haul transport

Answer

To sort recyclables from mixed waste

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To store hazardous materials awaiting disposal

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To compost organic waste on-site

Question 5

Which type of collection service requires residents to place waste at the property line rather than the curb?

Accepted Answer

Backyard collection

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Alley collection

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Curbside collection

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Drop-off collection

Question 6

In automated side-loader (ASL) operations, what sensor system ensures safe cart engagement?

Accepted Answer

Infrared proximity sensors on the lift arm

Answer

GPS tracking system

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Onboard scale load cells

Answer

Backup camera only

Question 7

What is 'managed competition' in the context of waste collection procurement?

Accepted Answer

A process where public employees compete against private firms for service contracts

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A bidding war between multiple haulers for the same contract

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Competitive pricing between different waste stream types

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A regulatory process for setting disposal fees