Segregation-at-Source

• What is the purpose of segregation-at-source?

  To provide appropriate trash bins for waste
• What types of waste are categorized in segregation-at-source?

  • Biodegradable
  • Recyclable
  • Residual
  • Good Residual
  • Special waste
• What are examples of biodegradable waste?

  Left-over foods, fruit skin, dried leaves
• What are examples of recyclable waste?

  Paper, PET bottles, metal
• What are examples of residual waste?

  Disposable diapers, sanitary napkins, cigarette ash
• What is meant by "Good Residual" waste?

  Waste with recycling potential
• What are examples of special waste?

  Paint, batteries, spray canisters
• What types of healthcare waste are included in segregation-at-source?

  • Face masks
  • Bandages, gauzes
  • Face shields
  • Cottons, tissues
  • Expired pills
  • Gloves
  • Sharps, test kits
• What is the function of a Materials Recovery Facility?

  To receive, sort, process, and store recyclables
• What types of materials does a Materials Recovery Facility accept?

  Source separated or mixed recyclable materials
• What are the key areas included in a Materials Recovery Facility?

  • Composting area
  • Receiving/segregation area
  • Eco garden
• What types of labels/bins are included in a Materials Recovery Facility?

  Paper/Carton, Glass Bottle, PET Bottles, Metal/Tin Can
• Why is it important to have a composting area in a Materials Recovery Facility?

  To process biodegradable waste effectively
• How does the segregation of waste at the source benefit recycling efforts?

  It improves the quality and efficiency of recycling
• If a household generates leftover food and dried leaves, which bin should they use?

  Biodegradable waste bin
• What should a healthcare facility do with expired pills?

  Dispose of them as special waste
• What is the difference between good residual and bad residual waste?

  Good residual has recycling potential, bad does not
• What is the significance of having an eco garden in a Materials Recovery Facility?

  It promotes environmental sustainability and education