Handling, Separation, Storage, and Processing of Municipal Solid Waste
Storage of Solid Waste at Source (MISWM)
Factors affecting storage of MSW include:
The Effect of Storage on Waste Components
Storage of solid waste at the source must consider factors affecting waste components.
The Types of Container to be Used
The container location, public health, and aesthetics are important in storage of waste.
Effect of storing waste includes:
- Biological or microbial decomposition
- Odor attraction, life, and formation of insects
- Absorption of fluid and separation of mixture
- Paper absorbing moisture from food and garden waste
The Contaminants of Wastewater Component
Motor oil, household cleaners, and paints contaminate and reduce the value of waste for recycling.
The Types of Container
The types and capacity of containers depend on solid waste characteristics, collection system, frequency, and available space.
There are two types of container systems:
- Haul container
- Sanitary container
The Container Location
Container location depends on dwelling type, available space, and collection services.
In low-rise buildings, containers are usually placed on-site or in alleys.
Distance between containers of households should not exceed 250 meters.
Public Health
Public health is related to infection of areas used for waste storage.
Proper sanitation can control pests and flies.
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