Wednesday, July 11, 2012

An Insight Into Hazardous Waste Removal

By Freida Lamb


Hazardous waste removal is necessary in any urban or rural set up. With rapid industrialization over the years, the unwanted products of most manufacturing processes are lethal. It is imperative therefore for authorities to device smart methods of handling both industrial and domestic pollutants that may pose health hazards.

Numerous techniques have been proposed with time. Some have been retained while others have had to be replaced after feasibility considerations. There has however been no unanimous approach to handling pollutants. One general thing though is that many modern systems are now designed to cover a large number of people. This is because it ensures that costs per individual are lowered and uniform disposal procedures are firmly supported.

The pollutants can in some cases be dumped in a central location. This however exposes those who live close to such dump sites to the pollutants. Moreover, continuous disposal of pollutants in such sites may lead to it getting full after sometime. This method is as a result not favored by some individuals.

Another alternative is incineration. This process however at times releases lethal gases into the atmosphere. It therefore has its critics and is not favorable in some quotas. However, those in favor of this technique say that the released gases can be neutralized chemically.

Perhaps the most effective way of tackling the problems posed by pollutants is by ensuring that they are not created in the first place. Recycling such products that can be recycled is recommended. Use of materials that generate lethal waste should also be reduced. Whenever the situation permits, items that can be reused should be used till when they are no longer useful.

hazardous waste removal is vital in any set up whether rural or urban. Nevertheless, all steps involved in achieving this should make economic sense. Preventive measures directed towards reducing the release of pollutants into the environment is cheaper and would require significantly lower human effort.




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