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Waste collection is the component of waste management which results in the passage of a waste material from the source of production to either the point of treatment final disposal. Waste collection also includes the kerbside collection of recyclable materials that technically are not waste, as part of a municipal landfill diversion program.

Household Waste Collection

Household waste will generally be left in waste containers or recycling bins prior to collection by a waste collector using a waste collection vehicle.

The waste collection vehicle will often take the waste to a transfer station where it will be loaded up into a larger vehicle and sent either to landfill or to an alternative waste treatment facility.

Commercial Waste Collection

Other things that are considered in Waste Collection is the positioning of the bin, type and size of bin, and how often it is to be serviced.

There are a number of problems that can occur in Commercial Waste Collection. Overfilled bins result in rubbish falling out while being tipped. Hazardous rubbish (like empty petrol cans) lead to fires that ignite other rubbish when truck compactor is operating. Other non-paying parties can attempt to put rubbish in a bin. This behaviour is prevented by putting chains, bars and locks on the bins.

A common severe incident that occurs with many front lift garbage trucks is the pulling down of powerlines. If hooks are left upright at the top of the truck, they are in prime position to pull down powerlines. Truck drivers are now being trained in identifying and managing powerline hazards.