are significantly higher that what would be expected for a museum of this size. Currently and estimated 1500 tonnes per year have been calculated and designed for. In comparison against a benchmark museum with a visitor base of between 5-6 million visitors per year, a generation rate of around 600-700 tonnes is expected; Revise based on visitor numbers expected The report does not outline any other waste management options that have been considered Provide outline commentary on any options and/or rejected appraisal
It is not clear whether any bench line work has
been carried out on exiting museums in Doha or whether QMA have been consulted, with regard to any specific requirements the authority may require; Confirm
Whilst basic details on hazardous waste
management are given. The potential for generation of chemical waste from art restoration works is possible and should be detailed Detail
The municipal department responsible for waste
management does not appear to have been contacted – General Cleaning Project who issue waste permits Detail any contact or correspondence
There is no indication of a review external waste
treatment infrastructure constraints or capabilities Detail
The solution to storing two compactors and moving
one out on a dolly is questionable. Although potentially workable it is inefficient and liable to Are there any case study examples? Produce significant issues in the event of mechanical failure. diagram showing cycle of operations There appears to be no storage for reusable artworks packaging crates; Highlight location or reference There appears to be no confirmation on the roof clearance in loading dock Confirm roof clearance
The waste section suggested the use of 1100lt
Eurobins internally for intermediate storage and movement of waste. Such bins are not recommended due to their size and manoeuvrability Comment only The loading dock has not made provision for storage of spare bins or an area for bin wash down. It may be possible this is happening offsite. Highlight location or reference No potential waste contractors have been identified as detailed in the scope; Highlight any corrsespondance
The feasibility of integrating the museum with an
adjacent Pneumatic Waste Collection Systems has not been detailed as detailed in the scope Detail assessment Owner