Course Overview

Course Overview

This comprehensive one-day Waste Management Course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to effectively manage waste within organizational and environmental contexts. The course emphasizes understanding different types of waste, regulatory requirements, waste minimization strategies, proper waste handling techniques, and promoting sustainable waste management practices. Interactive sessions, practical exercises, and scenario-based learning are incorporated to enhance participant engagement and practical application.

Duration: 1 Day

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Clearly define and classify different types of waste.
• Understand and comply with relevant waste management regulations and standards.
• Implement effective waste minimization and recycling strategies.
• Apply best practices for safe and environmentally responsible waste handling and disposal.
• Evaluate and select appropriate waste management technologies and solutions.
• Promote sustainability and continuous improvement in organizational waste management practices.

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Waste Management

• Definition, importance, and scope of waste management
• Types of waste (general waste, hazardous waste, industrial waste, e-waste)
• Regulatory framework and compliance obligations (local and international standards)

Module 2: Waste Minimization and Recycling Strategies

• Principles of waste reduction, reuse, and recycling
• Practical methods and tools for minimizing waste generation
• Implementing effective recycling programs within organizations

Module 3: Waste Handling, Storage, and Disposal

• Safe handling and storage techniques for various waste types
• Best practices for waste segregation and disposal methods
• Selecting suitable waste management service providers
• Scenario-based practical exercises on waste management

Module 4: Sustainable Waste Management and Continuous Improvement

• Integrating sustainability into waste management practices
• Innovative waste management technologies and solutions
• Continuous improvement practices and evaluating waste management effectiveness
• Group discussions and exercises focused on developing sustainable waste management plans

Course Difficulty: Beginners