Field 10: Waste/Solid Waste Control

#69 Mountain in the City G/F 52 min
Producer: Montana State University
This video focuses attention on the enormous amount of garbage rapidly piling up in landfills. It provides some alternatives to landfills and the problems associated with recycling plants.

#76 First on the Scene G 32 min
Producer: Chemical Manufacturer's Association Accidents involving the transportation of chemicals are examined in this tape. Basic principles for safe response to chemical accidents are covered. Information on contacting and working with CHEMTREC during hazardous chemical accidents is also given.

#112 Phoenix Landfill: No Time To Waste G 25 min
Producer: The Phoenix Channel
This tape discusses action taken by the city of Phoenix in fighting its solid waste problems.

#115 The Big Pickup G 28 min
Producer: EPA
This video discusses solid waste problems and introduces resource recovery programs used in several cities to decrease collection expense and increase city revenues.

#116 Operation Responsibility F 21 min
Producer: EPA
This video instructs solid waste collectors and drivers on safety. It covers specific points such as safe equipment use, safe lifting techniques, and safe truck backing procedures.

#176 Overview: Solid Waste Disposal Alternatives G 32 min
Producer: Keep America Beautiful, Inc.
This program attempts to give factual, straightforward information to help municipalities manage their solid waste problem. Several ways to reduce waste include source reduction, recycling, composting, waste-to-energy, and sanitary landfilling.

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