ReasoningEasy1 mark
12(iv)
Give a reason for the following statements:
Manual handling of waste must be avoided.
Topic: Safe waste handling
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Answer
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Workers handling waste by hand are exposed to toxic substances and disease-causing germs; mechanised handling keeps the operation safe and hygienic.
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