Intense Heat Wave Hits Dietzenbach: Waste Management Teams Dedicate Complete Resources
## Stadtwerke Entsorgungs Services (SES) in Dietzenbach Ensure Reliable Waste Collection During Extreme Heat
Stadtwerke Entsorgungs Services (SES) in Dietzenbach has implemented several strategic measures to maintain reliable waste collection even during periods of extreme heat. These initiatives prioritise both worker safety and service quality.
### Early Morning Collection Routes
To avoid the peak heat of the day, SES schedules waste collection during the cooler early morning hours. This adjustment helps minimise heat exposure for workers. Moreover, collection times may be adjusted dynamically based on weather forecasts to optimise safety and efficiency.
### Worker Safety Protocols
SES equips employees with appropriate heat-protective clothing, hats, and sunscreen. Ample water and hydration breaks are provided to prevent heat exhaustion. Supervisors monitor workers for signs of heat stress and ensure a quick response in case of health issues.
### Equipment Maintenance and Adaptation
Regular checks are conducted on waste collection vehicles to ensure air conditioning systems are functional and vehicles operate efficiently under extreme temperatures. Cooling devices are used in vehicles to keep workers comfortable during their routes.
### Public Communication and Cooperation
SES actively informs residents about any changes in collection schedules due to heatwaves and encourages proper waste disposal practices to facilitate smoother collection.
### Emergency Response Planning
SES has contingency plans for heat emergencies, including additional staffing or temporary adjustments to maintain uninterrupted service.
In addition, Stadtwerke Entsorgungs Services provides cold drinks, sunscreen, headgear, and air-conditioned vehicles where feasible. Regular breaks are a fixed part of the deployment planning, and a stronger staffing of tours on particularly hot days is planned.
The team of SES in Dietzenbach, including 17 outdoor employees, worked on July 2, emptying around 1,800 residual waste bins, 130 biotonne, and 300 old paper containers. They also cleaned 15 depot container sites, emptied approximately 330 paper bins, and removed illegal waste deposits. Waste collection tours start as early as 6 am and end around 2 pm to combat heat stress.
Despite the challenging conditions, the company appreciates the respectful approach and patience shown by employees working in the heat. Managing Director Guido Schick emphasised the great dedication of employees in maintaining Dietzenbach's cleanliness. Stadtwerke Dietzenbach expresses sincere thanks to all employees for their commitment under difficult conditions.
Traffic Manager Matthias Spahn stated that the health of the teams is their top priority, and the weather situation is monitored daily for flexibility in response to changes. No information was provided about the flexibility in response to changes in the weather situation in this paragraph.
The amount of waste generated daily on average was not specified in this paragraph. The number of scheduled employees for July 2 was not specified, nor was the number of depot container sites cleaned, paper bins emptied, and illegal waste deposits removed on July 2. No statement was made about the health of the teams being the top priority in this paragraph. No information was provided about the provision of cold drinks, sunscreen, headgear, air-conditioned vehicles, regular breaks, stronger staffing of tours, or the monitoring of the health of employees in this paragraph. Stadtwerke Dietzenbach, however, emphasises its gratitude to all employees for their unwavering commitment to maintaining reliable waste collection services in Dietzenbach, even during extreme heat events.
Workers at Stadtwerke Entsorgungs Services (SES) in Dietzenbach are provided with cool drinks, sunscreen, headgear, and air-conditioned vehicles to combat heat stress. They also adjust their collection schedules to early morning hours based on weather forecasts to optimise safety and efficiency during hot weather.
