Lesson 1Reception and unloading: vehicle types, weighbridges, spill risks at tipping pointsThis part covers reception and unloading zones, including vehicle flows, weighbridges, and tipping areas, showing how bad layout and steps can lead to spills, loose litter, and traffic issues harming the environment.
Vehicle types, routes, and traffic controlWeighbridge siting, drainage, and cleaningTipping point design and spill containmentRunoff control, litter, and windblown wasteDriver instructions and unloading proceduresLesson 2Mechanical shredding and granulation: shredder types, feed mechanisms, lubrication systems, dust generationThis part describes shredders and granulators, their feed and lubrication setups, and how poor upkeep raises dust, noise, fire chances, and pollutant leaks in recycling plants.
Shredder and granulator types and configurationsFeed hoppers, chutes, and anti-jam devicesLubrication systems and leak preventionDust generation points and capture systemsNoise, vibration, and fire ignition risksLesson 3Storage silos and bunkers: design, overflow risks, dust accumulation, confined-space issuesThis part checks storage silos and bunkers, stressing design, overflow dangers, dust buildup, and tight-space risks, plus how checks and steps cut fire, blast, and trapping hazards.
Silo and bunker design for safe fillingLevel monitoring, overflow, and blockageDust accumulation, hotspots, and ignitionEntry permits and confined-space controlsEmergency response and rescue planningLesson 4Sorting and manual separation: conveyors, picking stations, ergonomic and contamination hazardsThis part targets sorting lines and hand-picking spots, covering conveyor setups, worker comfort, and contamination dangers, and how smart design and habits limit dust, germs, sharps, and mixing issues.
Conveyor layouts for efficient material flowPicking station design and ergonomicsDust, bioaerosols, and odor exposure risksSharps, medical waste, and contaminationHousekeeping and cross-contamination controlLesson 5Ancillary systems: floor drains, oil interceptors, fire detection, ventilation, housekeeping facilitiesThis part outlines support systems for liquids, gases, and cleaning, like floor drains, oil traps, fire alerts, and air flow, and how weak design spreads dirt across the site.
Floor drain layout and segregation of flowsOil interceptors and sludge managementFire detection, alarms, and suppression linksGeneral and local exhaust ventilation designHousekeeping facilities and cleaning toolsLesson 6Balers and hydraulic systems: hydraulic circuits, reservoirs, leakage points, pressure relief and maintenanceThis part reviews baler kinds and hydraulic lines, key on fluid choice, hose paths, leak spots, and pressure handling, and their role in spill risks, fire odds, and lasting eco-performance.
Baler types and typical hydraulic layoutsHydraulic fluids, compatibility, and toxicityCommon leakage points and spill pathwaysPressure relief, overheating, and fire riskPreventive maintenance and inspection plansLesson 7Conveyors, drives, and motors: belt types, pulleys, motor cooling and overheating failure modesThis part studies conveyors, drives, and motors, covering belt kinds, pulleys, guards, and cooling, and how bad alignment, heat, and oiling spark fires, spills, and stoppages.
Belt types, speed, and material compatibilityPulleys, idlers, tracking, and spillageDrive guards, nip points, and access controlMotor cooling, dust ingress, and overheatingCondition monitoring and failure responseLesson 8Hazardous waste storage area: segregation, containment for oily rags, used oil, lamps, batteries, labeling and access controlThis part handles hazardous waste storage, including sorting, extra containment, labels, and entry rules, to stop leaks, bad mixes, and improper handling or taking.
Segregation of incompatible hazardous wastesSecondary containment sizing and integrityStorage for oily rags, filters, and absorbentsUsed oil, lamps, and battery handling rulesLabeling, signage, and controlled access
