UNIT 2 QUESTIONS FOR EXTERNAL EXAMINATION

Q.1 What are the primary considerations when selecting storage locations for solid
waste?

Answer: Storage locations should be easily accessible for waste collection vehicles, away
from water bodies, and acceptable to the community.

Q.2 Name some common tools and equipment used for solid waste collection.

Answer: Tools and equipment include

1. bins,
2. dumpsters,
3. garbage trucks,
4. compaction equipment,
5. Broom
6. Shovels
7. Hand carts

Q.3 Enlist the Equipment with Capacity used for collection and transportation of SWM

Answer

1. Hand Cart Consist of 6-8 bins with a capacity of 25 liter

2. Animal cart – 2 to 4 M³
3. Auto-vehicle – capacity 2 M³
4. Tractor – Capacity – 6 M³
5. Dumper – Cap 12 M³
6. Composter – cap 5 to 10 M³

Q.4 What is the role of rag pickers in solid waste management?

Answer: Rag pickers play a crucial role in waste management by salvaging recyclable
materials from waste, thereby reducing the volume of waste sent to landfills and
contributing to resource conservation.

Q.5 Discuss the components of a solid waste management system.

Answer: Components include storage facilities, collection methods, transportation

vehicles, treatment or disposal facilities, and community involvement programs.
Q.6 Methods of collection of municipal solid waste.

Answer:

1. Availability of service
A) Door to door collection B) community bin system
2. Mode of operation
A) Hauled container system B) stationery container system

Q.7 Explain the meaning of transfer station its necessity and requirements of location.

Answer:

Transfer Station :

• A transfer station is a facility where collected solid waste is temporarily stored

before being transported to larger disposal or treatment facilities.
• It helps consolidate waste, optimize transportation, promote recycling, and provide
flexibility in waste management operations.

Necessity :

1. Efficiency: Consolidates waste, reducing the number of trips needed for

transportation.
2. Optimization: Allows for more efficient loading of larger transport vehicles.
3. Flexibility: Provides temporary storage during peak collection times or when
disposal sites are not immediately accessible.
4. Resource Conservation: Enables separation of recyclable materials, promoting
recycling and resource conservation.

Requirements of location :

1. Accessibility: Easily reachable by waste collection vehicles along major

transportation routes.
2. Compliance: Must adhere to zoning regulations and land use policies to minimize
impacts on surrounding areas.
3. Environmental Considerations: Located away from sensitive areas like water bodies
and residential neighborhoods.
4. Infrastructure: Adequate space and infrastructure for waste storage, vehicle
maneuvering, and future expansion.