Waste Management Equipment Education and Training

Train to work with waste management equipment
By Terri Deno Equipment for waste management is an essential part of many local governments and private businesses. Waste collection equipment can be anything from everyday trash trucks to sophisticated industrial trash compactors. To work with this type of machinery, there are local and national government regulations to consider.
 

Most training programs, whether they're run by the manufacturer or a third party, will cover these issues to ensure compliance from every employee. Waste management equipment education and training begins with employees learning the appropriate regulations and testing on compliance. Many training programs offer this information, though it is also available through:

1. State and national government agencies that provides guidelines for waste equipment.

2. Training provided by waste management equipment vendors.

3. Additional online resources that provide information on proper use of equipment and supplies.

Learn about regulatory compliance regarding waste management supplies through government agencies

Regulations for waste management equipment may be set by local, state or national agencies. It's best to work closely with your local government to make sure you comply with all the guidelines for owning and operating waste management equipment.
Try: Waste Industry Training is a company that administers classes on a variety of topics, including OSHA safety standards set by the government for working around waste management equipment. The New York State Department of Health provides detailed information on the proper use of medical waste management equipment.

Provide custom training for waste management gear and equipment

If you want complete training on all waste management equipment that you use, there are a number of consulting groups that provide customized training to your employees. From commercial trash compactors to larger hauling equipment, your employees will need operation, safety and hazardous material training.
Try: The Air & Waste Management Association provides many options for professional development classes either person or online. Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) offers on-site training for those who work with solid waste equipment including how to properly use safety gear, containers and equipment for transfer.

Find resources that the detail proper use of waste collection equipment

Once employees have been trained to follow regulations for proper disposal of waste materials, it is time to teach them to use the equipment that handles waste. Equipment can range from hauling vehicles to storage containers, which all have their own instructions for proper use. Most manufacturers provide this information through user guides and operation manuals.
Try: K-PAC offers support manuals for operation and installation processes for every model in its series. Marathon provides comprehensive training for those who use its waste equipment products.

• Manufacturers of industrial waste compactors and equipment usually certify their products for compliance with government regulations. Make sure you obtain copies of this certification before purchasing equipment.