Resources
Coronavirus Resources
Here are resources SWANA has gathered to support solid waste workers, employers and customers during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
SWANApalooza 2020 COVID-19 Sessions
Two keynote sessions at SWANApalooza 2020 covered the recent coronavirus pandemic. They are available for purchase through the SWANA Store.
Guide to Public to Protect Solid Waste Workers
The public can help protect the health of the men and women in the solid waste industry during this vital time by following the tips available in this guide.
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ISWA Recommendations
Waste Management During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The International Solid Waste Association considers three overall priorities for waste management during the period of the pandemic of COVID-19:
- Ensure the continuity of the services
- Adjusting recycling services
- Ensure safe collection, disposal and treatment of healthcare waste
News on COVID-19
SWANA Submits Over 1,500 Facial Covering Orders to HHS
July 23, 2020
Free Face Coverings for Solid Waste and Recycling Industry
June 25, 2020
Maryland Governor Extends Appreciation to SWANA and Industry
June 03, 2020
SWANA Calls on Congress to Support Local Governments
May 20, 2020
SWANA and Glad Partner to Address COVID-19 Among Solid Waste and Recycling Workers
April 27, 2020
Celebrating Earth Day Responsibly During COVID-19
April 22, 2020
SWANA Calls to Help Protect Waste and Recycling Workers
April 13, 2020
SWANA Urges Americans to Dispose of Gloves and Masks Properly
April 07, 2020
Media Advisory: Waste & Recycling During COVID-19 Pandemic
April 02, 2020
March 31, 2020
SWANA issues important documents for all essential industry workers
March 23, 2020
March 19, 2020
SWANA in the News
- Coronavirus has Philly falling way behind on trash pickup — but it’s not the only city – Aug 6, 2020, The Philadelphia Inquirer
- On top of coronavirus, industry faced with surprising year of safety trends – Jul 28, 2020, Waste Dive
- Renewed interest in automated side loaders driven by pandemic concerns, persistent safety issues – Jul 23, 2020, Waste Dive
- Editor’s Blog: These Are Our People – Jul 22, 2020, MSW Management
- Cities can turn household waste into opportunity – Jul 19, 2020, Press Argus-Courier
- Sanitation workers soldier on during COVID crisis despite risks – Jul 9, 2020, North Carolina Health News
- Senate hearing revives federal recycling discussion with little consensus – Jun 17, 2020, Waste Dive
- The coronavirus has given us a new kind of plastic waste. Where does it go? – Jun 17, 2020, Tampa Bay Times
- Face Masks And Latex Gloves Have Become A New Environmental Problem – Jun 9, 2020, IFLScience
- COVID-19 pandemic: Association asks public to help keep sanitation workers safe – May 28, 2020, Safety+Health
- Sheltering at home has produced loads more residential trash – May 22, 2020, Indianapolis Business Journal
- Plastic bags were finally being banned. Then came the pandemic. – May 20, 2020, Vox Media
- Supporting Frontline Waste and Recycling Workers Impacted by COVID-19: A Q&A with SWANA’s David Biderman – May 5, 2020, Waste 360
- Personal protective equipment rally sanitation workers, janitors – May 4, 2020, Peninsula Press
- Editor's Blog: Lost Revenue – Apr 30, 2020, MSW Management
- SWANA and Glad partner on fund for solid waste and recycling workers affected by COVID-19 – Apr 28, 2020, Recycling Product News
- South Bend, Mishawaka find ways to keep up with trash – Apr 28, 2020, South Bend Tribune
- Discarded masks, gloves that litter Lee County will eventually become marine debris – Apr 20, 2020, ABC7
- Pandemics were not part of most contingency plans, but waste and recycling industry proving resilient – Apr 17, 2020, Waste Dive
- Industry groups push for inclusion of recycling infrastructure in next federal coronavirus aid package – Apr 17, 2020, Waste Dive
COVID-19 Links
- SAFER: Safe Actions for Employee Returns - National Safety Council
- FEMA’s COVID-19 Pandemic Operational Guidance for the 2020 Hurricane Season
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Pandemic (COVID-19) Tip Sheets – Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
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Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Resources - Public Health Agency of Canada
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Recycling & COVID-19 – The Recycling Partnership
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Gloved Hands May Spread Germs – Association for Professionals In Infection Control and Epidemiology
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Survey shows widespread industry impact of COVID-19 - Waste Today
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COVID-19 Resource Page - California Resource Recovery Association
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Guidance for Employers: COVID-19 and the Workplace - National Safety Council
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The Safety Professional’s Role in Planning for a Pandemic - American Society of Safety Professionals
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Coronavirus Impacts on the Recycling Industry - Resource Recycling
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Locate Distilleries Making Hand Sanitizer to Fight COVID-19 - Distilled Spirits Council
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This is what it’s like to be a sanitation worker during the coronavirus outbreak - Washington Post
- Coronavirus Resource Center - Johns Hopkins University & Medicine
- COVID-19 News Related to the Industry — WASTE360
- 'How coronavirus is disrupting US waste and recycling' - Waste Dive
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security Guidance on Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce - 3/19/20
COVID-19 Webinars
Recorded Webinars
Financial Impact of COVID-19 on the Solid Waste Industry
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Guidance on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Helping the solid waste industry cope with evolving health and safety risks.
Download COVID 19 Documents for Essential Waste and Recycling Workers
Download documents to demonstrate proof to law enforcement personnel that you work in an essential industry.
- Template letter that can be provided to demonstrate a worker’s exemption
- Memo for employers instructing them on use of the letter
- Placard for display in worker vehicles
Download these documents for essential waste and recycling workers
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