Resource Recovery Facility Operation

Accept and weigh incoming waste at the facility. Check the waste to ensure it meets the facility's acceptance criteria, and sort it accordingly.

Conduct an initial sort to remove large items and contaminants that may interfere with the recovery process.

Mechanically and/or manually separate waste into various categories – organic material, metals, plastics, paper, etc. – for recovery.

Utilize appropriate technologies and processes to extract and process the recoverable materials. This might include composting organic waste, melting down plastics, or bailing cardboard and paper.

Prepare the recovered materials for sale or further manufacturing processes. This could involve cleaning, shredding, or packaging the materials.

Sell or distribute the processed materials to companies or facilities that will use them for making new products or for energy generation.

Dispose of any residual waste that is not recoverable following environmental guidelines and regulations.

Perform regular maintenance on the facility's equipment to ensure continuous and efficient operation. This includes both scheduled preventive maintenance and any necessary repairs.

Ensure all steps comply with local and national environmental regulations to avoid penalties and reduce environmental impact.

Maintain high safety standards to protect workers and visitors, including the use of personal protective equipment and safe operation of machinery.

Keep abreast with market trends and demands to know which recovered materials are most valuable and in demand.

Conduct regular audits of the facility operations to identify areas for improvement and to ensure efficiency and compliance with all standards.