Sanitation Worker Flashcards
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What does 'section work' mean in the context of NYC DSNY operations?
Answer: Sweeping and cleaning a designated area beyond the primary collection route
Section work refers to the street sweeping and litter basket service duties assigned to workers in their designated geographic section.
A sanitation worker on a collection route observes a fire hydrant that appears to be leaking significantly. What is the appropriate action?
Answer: Report it to the supervisor, who will notify the appropriate city agency
Workers should report infrastructure issues to their supervisor, who coordinates with DEP or other relevant city agencies.
Under NYC rules, which of the following is considered an acceptable recyclable plastic for curbside collection?
Answer: Rigid plastic bottles and jugs
Rigid plastic bottles and jugs (such as beverage bottles and detergent containers) are accepted recyclables; bags, foam, and PVC are not.
How does NYC DSNY handle collection on a legal holiday?
Answer: Collection follows a modified schedule and may be delayed by one day
On legal holidays, DSNY suspends collection and service resumes the following day on a shifted schedule for the rest of the week.
What is the role of a 'tickler' system in DSNY fleet management?
Answer: A reminder system tracking when vehicles are due for preventive maintenance
A tickler system flags vehicles due for routine preventive maintenance so repairs are made before breakdowns occur.
Which federal agency sets occupational safety standards that NYC sanitation workers must follow on the job?
Answer: OSHA
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) sets and enforces workplace safety standards applicable to all U.S. workers including sanitation employees.
A NYC sanitation worker is directed to report to a different district garage for a shift. This type of temporary reassignment is called what?
Answer: Loaned service
When workers are temporarily assigned outside their home district to meet operational needs, the practice is called loaned service.