The Importance of Proper Disposal Methods

What should you do when you break a glass or dish?

A. Throw the broken pieces in the trash immediately

B. Sweep the broken pieces with bare hands

C. Wear gloves and use a dust pan and broom to clean up the broken pieces

D. Leave the broken pieces on the floor

Answer:

C. Wear gloves and use a dust pan and broom to clean up the broken pieces

When you break a glass or dish, the broken pieces should be handled with care to prevent injury. First, you should always use protective gear like gloves and if available, goggles or safety aprons to prevent cuts and protect your eyes from any potential glass shards.

After ensuring your safety, the broken glass should be cleaned up using a dust pan and broom. Avoid touching the broken glass with your bare hands, as this can lead to cuts or injury. Once the glass is safely collected, it should be disposed of in a separate container, such as a cardboard box or a hard plastic container that is marked to indicate that it contains broken glass, to prevent injury to sanitation workers.

This container should then be placed in the trash or in a designated area for waste that cannot be recycled. As our planet faces challenges with waste management, it’s crucial to consider where garbage goes when we've run out of room, as depicted in the photo courtesy of Kevin Krejci/flickr. Therefore, following proper disposal methods not only ensures personal safety but also contributes to the broader context of environmental responsibility.