Question

What are the various categories of waste based on segregation?

Answer 1

1. Biodegradable waste (such as kitchen waste, food waste, vegetables, fruit peels, etc.) can be converted into manure.
2. Non-biodegradable wastes can be further segregated into:
   1. Recyclable waste-plastics, paper, glass, metal, etc.
   2. Toxic waste-old medicines, paints, chemicals, bulbs, spray cans, fertilizer and pesticide containers, batteries, shoe polish, etc.
   3. Soiled waste-hospital waste such as discarded syringe needles, bandages, swabs, plasters, cloth soiled with blood and other body fluids.

Proper segregation, especially separating toxic and soiled wastes from non-hazardous wastes, is crucial for safe handling, disposal, and the prevention of environmental pollution and health risks.