(RA9003)

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Republic Act No.
9003

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“Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000,”

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definition of REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9003

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a comprehensive and ecological framework for managing solid waste
in the Philippine

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(RA 9003) was enacted on

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January 26, 2001

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e biodegradable wastes such as food waste, garden waste, animal waste and human waste

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Compostable Waste

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Compostable Waste undergo

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biological
degradation

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Examples Compostable Waste

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• Leftover foods
• Vegetable
• Seeds
• Leaves
• Flowers

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any waste material retrieved
from the waste stream and free from contamination

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Recyclable Waste

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Recyclable Waste Examples

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• Newspaper
• Aluminum
• Glass
• Office paper
• Tin cans

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solid waste materials that are
non-compostable and non-recyclable

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Residual Waste

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Residual Waste Examples

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• Sanitary napkins
• Disposable diapers
• Worn-out rugs

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refer to household hazardous wastes

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Special Waste

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Special Waste Examples

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• Paints
• Thinners
• Household batteries

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refer to large worn-out or broken household
appliances

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White Goods

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Salient Features of RA 9003

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Segregation at Source

Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs)

Prohibition of Open Dumps

Producer Responsibility

Five Rs Principle

Incentives for Eco-Friendly Practices

Penalties for Violations

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(SWM

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Solid waste management

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Key components Solid Waste Management

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Segregation at Source

Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs
Proper Disposal:

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y solid, liquid, or gaseous material that poses a significant
threat to human health

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Hazardous Waste

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Characterization of Hazardous Wastes:

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Ignitability
Corrosivity:
● Reactivity: S
● Toxicity:

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easily catch fire

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Ignitability

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corrode metals or have extreme pH levels.

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Corrosivity

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cause explosions, toxic fumes, or vapors

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Reactivity

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harmful or fatal upon ingestion

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Toxicity

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Examples of Hazardous Waste

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Industrial Wastes:
Medical Wastes:
Household Hazardous Wastes:
Electron
Mining Wastes

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basic or rudimentary sanitation facility
that lacks certain essential features for ensuring proper hygiene a

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Unimproved Toilet.

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: Found in urban and developed areas, connected to septic tanks or

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Standard Flush Toilets

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Designed to save water, offering full or partial flush options.

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Dual-Flush Toilets

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Types of Toilets

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Pour-Flush Toilets Composting Toilets Bucket Toilets EcoSan Toilets

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e used in areas with no plumbing infrastructure.

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Bucket Toilets

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Separate urine and feces for nutrient recycling

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EcoSan Toilets (

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(VIP) Latrine

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Ventilated Improved Pit (VIP) Latrine

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Water Supply Systems

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Piped Water Supply Deep Wells and Hand Pumps Rainwater Harvesting Systems Community Water Tanks Surface Water

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refer to small-scale water sources that typically provide water to individuals or a very small community

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Level 1, or point source

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designed to serve multiple households within a community, often through public taps or standpipes

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. Level 2 (Communal Faucet or Standposts)

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s involve direct connections to individual households, often through a full-scale water distribution system managed by municipal or private entities

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Level 3 (Individual House Connection or Waterworks Systems)