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Managing Collection Systems

Solid Waste Association of North America

Course

Managing Collection Systems discusses emerging technology and best practices for the collection of residential solid waste and recyclables from single- and multi-family residences. Take a deep dive into information that will help you plan, operate, and manage residential solid waste and recyclables collection systems.

Duration

Not specified

Credits

Not specified

Cost

Members: $250.00 Non-members: $400.00

Format

Online

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Plan and manage residential solid waste and recyclables collection systems in municipal environments
  • Design and operate municipal solid waste collection systems to support efficient service delivery
  • Evaluate collection service methods, types, and service levels to optimize waste collection operations
  • Select and maintain collection equipment based on design specifications and operational needs
  • Apply proven collection methods to improve efficiency in residential waste collection systems
  • Develop and implement collection vehicle routing strategies to optimize operational performance
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators47-2073.00
  • Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors53-7081.00
  • Recycling and Reclamation Workers53-7062.04
Program Details

Detailed information about this program

This course addresses: - Municipal solid waste design and operation - Methods, types, and levels of collection services - Collection equipment types, design, and maintenance practices - Specifications for collection equipment - The four “proven” collection methods - Collection vehicle routing guidelines and techniques - Yard waste, special waste, and commercial waste collection guidelines and techniques - Collection services organization and management - Cost accounting practices and collection services financing - Health and safety programs - Effective billing practices and customer service program - Education and community outreach programs Who Should Attend: This course is intended for collection system owners, operators, managers, system planners, and employees responsible for collection system operations management. Course Content: The course consists of lectures, class exercises, and discussions. The text for the course, Managing MSW Collection Systems, is a comprehensive guide with supplemental images, graphs, examples, and exercises. It serves as an on-the-job reference.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

No requirements listed.

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

No funding information available.

Scholarships

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Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

Completion Rate

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Placement Rate

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Locations

Where this program is offered

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Related Programs

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