Every household produces a lot of waste and we usually throw all of it in the bin while not considering if some of the waste can be recycled. By handling the waste inappropriately we create problems like huge landfills which are very bad for the environment. That is why we should learn more about waste and its proper handling. Household waste can be classified into several different types. Some of them are recyclable and should be put in different bins whereas some aren't and go straight to the landfills.
To start with, the liquid waste is a category that includes dirty water, organic liquids, wash water, water detergents and even rainwater. All of it goes through your sewer system. What you need to do is control what goes down the sink. Your responsibilities are to never pour solvents or gasoline down the drains or sewers, to clean up grease spills using paper towels and place them in trash bins, scrape all food and grease solids into the garbage and don't let them go down the sink, drain or toilet. Regarding household chemicals and waste motor oil, their disposal should be done professionally because these can cause damage to residential plumbing and the sewer system. Also, raising the consciousness of liquid waste is an important factor in protecting the environment and all family members should be trained to practice proper handling.
To start with, the liquid waste is a category that includes dirty water, organic liquids, wash water, water detergents and even rainwater. All of it goes through your sewer system. What you need to do is control what goes down the sink. Your responsibilities are to never pour solvents or gasoline down the drains or sewers, to clean up grease spills using paper towels and place them in trash bins, scrape all food and grease solids into the garbage and don't let them go down the sink, drain or toilet. Regarding household chemicals and waste motor oil, their disposal should be done professionally because these can cause damage to residential plumbing and the sewer system. Also, raising the consciousness of liquid waste is an important factor in protecting the environment and all family members should be trained to practice proper handling.
Next category is the solid waste. It is the most common type that is thrown out without considering recycle. By using the proper waste handling equipment, it can be categorized and further divided into recyclables and non-recyclables. Thus, plastic waste which includes bags, containers, jars, bottles is not biodegradable but it can be recycled. So, it shouldn't be mixed with other garbage, it should be sorted out and put in the proper waste handling equipment, a separate bin for the different types.
Along with the plastic waste, paper and card also belong to the category of solid waste and it includes newspapers and magazines. They can be easily recycled so you should make sure you put them in your recycling bin. Additionally, tins and metals can be recycled as well so you should collect them separately and take them to the closest recycling depot to dispose of it properly. Also, ceramics and glass items can be easily recycled, so you should buy special glass waste handling equipment to dispose of them correctly.
The third category of waste is organic waste which includes all food waste, garden waste, manure and rotten meat. They are eventually turned into manure by microorganisms but you can't throw them anywhere you like even though it will decompose by itself. In landfills, organic waste will cause the production of methane, so you shouldn't put it together with other garbage. A good solution is to get a green bin or hire a green skin bin for proper removal.
Finally, there is a hazardous waste category as well. It includes the flammable, corrosive, toxic and reactive items. It is best to call for a professional waste removal company when there is a need to remove such waste from your household because you pose serious health risks to all the family members and to the environment as well by handling it by yourself.
Along with the plastic waste, paper and card also belong to the category of solid waste and it includes newspapers and magazines. They can be easily recycled so you should make sure you put them in your recycling bin. Additionally, tins and metals can be recycled as well so you should collect them separately and take them to the closest recycling depot to dispose of it properly. Also, ceramics and glass items can be easily recycled, so you should buy special glass waste handling equipment to dispose of them correctly.
The third category of waste is organic waste which includes all food waste, garden waste, manure and rotten meat. They are eventually turned into manure by microorganisms but you can't throw them anywhere you like even though it will decompose by itself. In landfills, organic waste will cause the production of methane, so you shouldn't put it together with other garbage. A good solution is to get a green bin or hire a green skin bin for proper removal.
Finally, there is a hazardous waste category as well. It includes the flammable, corrosive, toxic and reactive items. It is best to call for a professional waste removal company when there is a need to remove such waste from your household because you pose serious health risks to all the family members and to the environment as well by handling it by yourself.
