electronic waste, also called e-waste, various forms of electric and electronic equipment that have ceased to be of value to their users or no longer satisfy their original purpose. Electronic waste (e-waste) products have exhausted their utility value through either redundancy, replacement, or breakage and include both “white goods” such as refrigerators, washing machines, and…
Going green carries a lot of benefits, including increasing efficiency and reducing costs. It can even encourage green-minded consumers to do business with you. Starting a waste reduction initiative in your business isn’t difficult, and it doesn’t take too much time. It simply requires a change in the way you approach life in the workplace.…
Choosing the right container for the type of waste you handle is crucial. Improper selection or inappropriate use of the container can drastically shorten its life. It can also be a potential hazard for humans and the environment. For example, hauling dense and acidic waste in a light and an unlined container can cause permanent…
The use of disposable PPE such as facial masks, gowns and gloves is now a necessary part of daily life, but it has also raised an issue of PPE pollution. Because COVID-19 is classified as a Category B infectious substance by the CDC, PPE that is used by healthcare personnel is also classified as such.…
Waste is a global issue. From electronic devices to unused food, a lot of what is thrown away ends up in a landfill. While concerted efforts are being made across the globe to incorporate recycling initiatives, these endeavors can quickly go astray when rubbish isn’t handled with the correct care and attention. This comprehensive guide…
Q: I recently used mineral spirits for a painting project, but now I’m ready to get rid of them. Pouring solvent down the drain doesn’t seem like a good idea, but I don’t know how to dispose of mineral spirits. What’s the proper procedure for mineral spirits disposal?A: Just as you can’t dispose of paint…
waste disposal, the collection, processing, and recycling or deposition of the waste materials of human society. Waste is classified by source and composition. Broadly speaking, waste materials are either liquid or solid in form, and their components may be either hazardous or inert in their effects on health and the environment. The term waste is…
In 2022, US companies could be fined a civil penalty up to $81,540 per violation, per day for Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste violations.1 However, the monetary cost is small when you think of the costs associated with injuries or environmental incidents that can come from ineffectively handling hazardous waste. Here are…
Several options are available for hazardous-waste management. The most desirable is to reduce the quantity of waste at its source or to recycle the materials for some other productive use. Nevertheless, while reduction and recycling are desirable options, they are not regarded as the final remedy to the problem of hazardous-waste disposal. There will always…
In order for an item to be considered hazardous waste, it must be either poisonous, corrosive, explosive, or flammable. To protect the environment, including humans (and especially your dedicated sanitation workers), hazardous items should be disposed of in the safest way possible. Check with your local municipality to learn about disposal restrictions and options, including…
