2.0 HAZARDOUS WASTE MINIMIZATION

SEGREGATION PROCESS AT THE SOURCEORGANIC WASTE (Biodegradable waste)Organic waste is biodegradable and can be processed in the presence of oxygen by composting or in the absence of oxygen using anaerobic digestion. Substances consisting of material containing carbon compounds and disposed of as waste, e.g. plant or animal remains.

SEGREGATION PROCESS AT THE SOURCEORGANIC WASTE (Biodegradable waste)Green wasteFood wastePaper wasteBiodegradable plasticsHuman wasteManureSewageSlaughterhouse waste

SEGREGATION PROCESS AT THE SOURCEINORGANIC WASTE Inorganic waste is "trash" that cannot be decompose d and become a natural part of the soil again. It is called inorganic because it has no carbon content, organic compounds have carbon.Waste composed of material other than plant or animal matter such as sand, dust, glass and many synthetics.

SEGREGATION PROCESS AT THE SOURCEWaste hierarchy - The waste hierarchy refers to the "3 Rs" concept which comprises of reduce, reuse and recycle, which classify waste management strategies according to their desirability in terms of waste minimization. The waste hierarchy remains the cornerstone of most waste minimization strategies. The aim of the waste hierarchy is to extract the maximum practical benefits from products and to generate the minimum amount of waste.

TYPES OF WASTE THAT CAN BE RECYCLED

AsbestosBatteriesBuilding MaterialsClinical WasteCompostingComputersElectrical Equipments

TYPES OF WASTE THAT CAN BE RECYCLED

FurnitureGlassMetalMobilesPaint/OilPaper

TYPES OF WASTE THAT CAN BE RECYCLEDPlasticPrinter CartridgesRecycling BanksTextilesVehiclesWood

GROUP DISCUSSIONIn a group of 3 members, you are required to discuss about 3R Concepts that you have undertaken in your own experience.From that : Explain clearly the term 3RThe method to enhance the concept widelyThe problems encountered (with example)Recommendations & Suggestions for future betterment