Improving Safety in Waste & Recycling Operations Starts with the Right Equipment and Practices Safety is one of the biggest ongoing challenges in waste and recycling operations. From navigating busy city streets to handling heavy loads and operating complex equipment, waste management teams face daily risks that can lead to injuries, vehicle damage, downtime, and […]
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Addressing illegal dumping is both costly and repetitive. A city might clear a dumping site, only to receive reports of new waste piling up shortly after. Complaints about dumping often flood in faster than they can be resolved, especially when cities lack the resources to promptly clean each site. Identifying and holding illegal dumpers accountable
The way garbage or refuse trucks have changed over time mirrors how waste management has evolved. Back in the 1800s, cities relied on horse-drawn carts to transport trash. By the 1920s, covered trucks emerged in Europe and made their way to the United States. They helped towns contain waste more effectively. Since the 1980s, automated