Scheduled Waste Management

Course Introduction

Scheduled wastes are by nature very toxic and dangerous. Improper management of such wastes will lead to serious pollution of the environment and the ecosystem as well as immediate /long term impacts to human health. Managing scheduled wastes requires a comprehensive understanding of regulatory framework, waste properties and waste management concepts.

Course Objective

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:

+ Understand, implement and ensure compliance to the EQA (Scheduled Waste) Regulations 2005 in

regards to scheduled waste management

+ Managed scheduled waste in a systematic, effective and legal manner

+ Describe the methods of identifying the different types of chemical and methods of handling them

+ Describe safe storage methods and correct labelling following rules and regulations

Topics

+ Introduction to Scheduled Waste

+ Classification of Scheduled Waste

+ Rules and regulation related to Scheduled Waste Management

+ Disposal and treatment of scheduled wastes

+ Application for special management of scheduled wastes

+ Storage and labelling of scheduled wastes

Target Group

+ Individuals that handle scheduled wastes

+ Safety and Health Officers and Supervisors

+ Safety and Health Committee

Methodology

+ Lecture, group discussion, study case and practical activities.

HRDF fund : 100% HRDF Claimable