Waste

Background:

Waste audit in the school will help in assessing the type and quantity of waste produced/ generated in the school. It will help understand how the waste is collected, segregation of waste, and waste disposal. The audit will help to understand areas in the school which require immediate attention and appropriate actions.

It might initiate handprint actions like organizing  a waste collection drive at school. Regular monitoring of data will also help understand whether the campaign is successful in the school.

Objectives:

Procedure:

Curriculum links:

Mathematics, Life Skills

Precautions to be taken:

Since students might be looking at waste in school dustbins, it is advisable they wear gloves at the time of the survey

SOLID WASTE SURVEY AT SCHOOL

AREA AND TYPE OF WASTE GENERATED

TYPE AND QUANTITY OF WASTE GENERATED

CLASSIFICATION OF WASTE INTO DIFFERENT CATEGORIES

IS YOUR SCHOOL ENGAGED IN THE RECYCLING OF ANY OF THESE WASTE TYPES?