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IS 11625:1986 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for guide for collection and transportation of solid wastes. This standard provides guidance on the systems, equipment, and methodologies for the collection and transportation of municipal solid wastes. It covers aspects from on-site storage options to the selection of vehicles and routing for efficient transfer to processing or disposal sites. Note: This standard has been officially withdrawn and practice is now governed by the Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules, 2016.
Details methods and recommendations for the efficient collection and transportation of municipal solid wastes.
! Although withdrawn, the fundamental principles on collection systems (e.g., house-to-house vs community bins) and vehicle types remain relevant for basic planning.
! The waste generation rates in this guide are outdated; current rates in urban India are significantly higher and more varied.
! Modern practice, as mandated by SWM Rules 2016, heavily emphasizes source segregation of waste, a concept not detailed in this 1986 standard.
BS EN 16500:2013British Standards Institution (BSI), United Kingdom / European Committee for Standardization (CEN), Europe
HighCurrent
Services for the collection of waste - Management, planning and control
Provides a high-level framework for planning, managing, and controlling waste collection services, aligning with the 'Guide' nature of the IS code.
EN 840-1:2020European Committee for Standardization (CEN), Europe
MediumCurrent
Mobile waste and recycling containers - Part 1: Containers with 2 wheels with a capacity up to 400 l for comb lifting devices - Dimensions and design
Corresponds to the container/bin specification aspect of the IS code, but with a focus on modern, standardized mobile containers.
EN 1501-1:2021European Committee for Standardization (CEN), Europe
MediumCurrent
Refuse collection vehicles - General requirements and safety requirements - Part 1: Rear-loaded refuse collection vehicles
Details specifications for a primary type of collection vehicle, a key component covered in the IS code's transport section.
ANSI Z245.1-2017American National Standards Institute (ANSI), USA
MediumCurrent
Mobile Wastes and Recyclable Materials Collection, Transportation, and Compaction Equipment - Safety Requirements
Focuses specifically on the safety requirements for collection vehicles, a critical aspect largely absent in the IS code.
Key Differences
≠IS 11625 is a high-level guide from 1986, while modern international standards (e.g., EN 1501, ANSI Z245.1) are highly prescriptive, particularly regarding mandatory safety engineering controls for equipment.
≠The Indian standard explicitly includes manual and animal-powered transport methods (handcarts, animal carts), which are absent in current international standards that focus exclusively on mechanized vehicle systems.
≠International standards like EN 840 mandate strict dimensional and material specifications for containers to ensure compatibility with automated lifting systems, whereas IS 11625 provides general guidelines for non-standardized community bins (including masonry bins).
≠Modern standards such as BS EN 16500 incorporate service management principles like Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), data collection, and performance monitoring, concepts not present in the process-oriented IS 11625.
Key Similarities
≈Both the IS code and its international counterparts share the core objective of defining a systematic approach for the collection and transport of solid waste from generation sources to final disposal or processing sites.
≈All standards acknowledge the container as a fundamental unit in the collection chain, providing specifications for their type, size, and material, although the level of detail and technology differs significantly.
≈Both IS 11625 and international standards categorize different collection systems (e.g., house-to-house vs. community point) and the corresponding vehicle types appropriate for those systems.
≈Consideration of vehicle capacity and routing efficiency is a common theme, with IS 11625 providing typical capacities and international standards focusing on vehicle classes and operational planning to optimize collection.
Parameter Comparison
Parameter
IS Value
International
Source
Primary Collection Container Type
Community bins (masonry or metallic), dustbins, and large stationary containers.
Standardized mobile two-wheel and four-wheel containers ('wheelie bins').
EN 840-1:2020
Vehicle Transport Methods
Includes hand carts, animal carts, tractor-trailers, three-wheelers, and non-compactor trucks.
Focuses on purpose-built mechanized Refuse Collection Vehicles (RCVs) like rear-loaders, side-loaders, and front-loaders.
EN 1501-1:2021
Vehicle Safety Features
General recommendation for safe operation; no specific engineering controls mandated.
Mandatory emergency stop buttons, hydraulic and electrical interlocks, guarding of moving parts, and audible/visual alarms.
ANSI Z245.1-2017
Container Lifting System
Primarily manual emptying. No standardized lifting mechanism specified.
Standardized automated lifting systems, such as comb lifters or trunnion (bar) lifters, with precise dimensional compatibility.
EN 840-1:2020
Community Bin Capacity
0.5 to 1.0 m³ for movable containers; up to 30 m³ for large stationary containers.
Standardized mobile containers typically range from 80 to 1,300 litres (0.08 to 1.3 m³).
EN 840 series
Container Material
Masonry, mild steel, or 'other suitable material'.
Primarily injection-moulded High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) with specified UV and impact resistance.
EN 840-1:2020
Service Management
Provides work norms for staff and general guidance on routing.
Defines a framework for service contracts, setting targets, measuring performance (KPIs), and continuous improvement.
BS EN 16500:2013
⚠ Verify details from original standards before use
Key Values5
Quick Reference Values
Typical waste generation rate (1986)0.3 to 0.6 kg/capita/day
Recommended max distance to community bin50 m to 100 m
Typical hand cart capacity80 to 100 kg
Typical community bin capacity0.5 to 1.0 m³
Recommended collection frequency for residential areasDaily
Tables & Referenced Sections
Key Tables
No tables data
Key Clauses
Clause 4 - Collection of Solid Wastes
Clause 5 - Storage of Wastes at Collection Points
Clause 6 - Transportation of Solid Wastes
Clause 7 - Collection and Transportation Equipment
Frequently Asked Questions4
What are the main types of collection systems described?+
The guide details two main systems: house-to-house collection and community bin (or block collection) systems (Clause 4).
What kind of equipment is covered for waste collection?+
It covers both manual equipment like hand carts and wheelbarrows, and mechanical equipment like tipper trucks, dumper placers, and compactors (Clause 7).
Does this standard cover waste disposal or processing?+
No, this guide's scope is limited to the collection and transportation stages of solid waste management.
What is the status of this standard?+
IS 11625:1986 has been withdrawn by BIS. Current practices are legally mandated by the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016, by the MoEFCC.