NYC Sanitation Exam 3

Question 1

Under NYC recycling rules, which of the following plastics is generally accepted for curbside recycling?

Accepted Answer

Rigid plastic bottles and jugs

Answer

NYC accepts rigid plastic bottles and jugs (typically #1 and #2) for curbside recycling, not flexible plastics.

Question 2

A property owner in NYC who repeatedly fails to comply with sanitation code regulations may face:

Accepted Answer

Escalating fines and possible legal action

Answer

Repeat sanitation violations result in escalating fines and can lead to civil legal proceedings against the property owner.

Question 3

What does 'universal collection' mean in the context of NYC's commercial waste reform?

Accepted Answer

Private carters must serve any business that requests service

Answer

Universal collection means licensed private carters are required to serve any commercial customer within their zone.

Question 4

Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is MOST critical for a NYC sanitation worker during nighttime collection?

Accepted Answer

High-visibility reflective vest

Answer

A high-visibility reflective vest is most critical at night to ensure workers are seen by passing vehicles.

Question 5

NYC's 'zero waste' goal aims to send how much waste to landfills by 2030?

Accepted Answer

Zero — no waste to landfills

Answer

NYC's Zero Waste to Landfill goal targets sending no solid waste to landfills by 2030.

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