Establishing good containment safeguards for general waste helps prevent which of the following?

• A. Environmental contamination with radioactive material
• B. Dispersal of pathogens in sewerage systems
• C. Objectionable odors and allergic aerosols
• D. All of the above

Answer: (C)

Controlling general waste containment mainly aims to stop nuisance odors and airborne allergens from escaping into the air. When waste is kept in secure, sealed containers, lined bins, and handled with proper bags and regular removal, volatile compounds that cause smells stay in the container and dust or allergenic particles are less likely to become aerosolized. This protects people from unpleasant odors and potential allergic reactions.

Hazards like environmental contamination with radioactive material or the spread of pathogens in sewerage systems are addressed by other, more specific waste streams and procedures (radiation safety practices and infectious-waste management, respectively). So the containment measures for general waste are most directly connected to reducing odors and allergen aerosols.