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Learn about proper automotive waste management solutions, pollution prevention, waste minimization, and recycling practices. Discover effective ways to manage pollution through source reduction, recycling, and treatment. Explore waste minimization methods, spill control, and prevention techniques for a cleaner environment.
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Proper Automotive Waste Management - Solutions By Christine Flowers and Raleigh Ross Sponsored by the California Integrated Waste Management Board
Waste Reduction • Pollution Prevention • Waste Minimization • Recycling • Waste Management
Pollution Prevention • Using materials, processes, or practices, that reduce or eliminate pollution or wastes at the source. • Other terms: waste reduction, waste minimization, source reduction.
Ways to Manage Pollution • 1st Choice is Source Reduction • 2nd is Recycling • 3rd is Treatment • Last Resort is Proper Disposal.
Waste Minimization Methods • Source Reduction • Inventory Control • Material and Process Substitution
Recycling • Why Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle? • Substitute a less toxic substance • Use sound operating practices • Change the processes • Recycle wastes that cannot be reduced or reused
Waste Management • Why Should a Shop Properly Manage Its Wastes? • Practices/Efficiencies • Participation • Keeping the Shop Clean • Storage
Waste Management • Spill Control • Spill prevention equipment • Water Troughs for Secondary Containment of Used Oil and Waste Antifreeze • Funnel Drum Covers • Bulk, Pressurized, Overhead Fluid Delivery • Waste Water Contamination
Spill Prevention and Cleanup • Avoid spilling hazardous materials -- work carefully and take precautions. • Spills and leaks are likely to occur at or during: • Oil changes • Radiator repair • Radiator flush and fill • Parts washing • Carrying dripping parts across the room Spill Prevention 2-1 (a)
Tips to Preventing Spills • Practice good housekeeping - clutter increases spills and accidents. • Keep work areas neat and clean • Put all tools, equipment and materials away when not in use. • Work carefully to avoid accidents. • Don’t put containers of liquids where they might be knocked over. Spill Prevention 2-2 (a)
Tips to Preventing Spills • Cover drains in work area to stop spills from entering. • Use drip pans underneath work areas to catch spills. • Use drip pans every time spills are possible. • Drain wet parts on drip pans or racks. • Use funnels when filling all containers. Spill Prevention 2-2 (b)
What to Do When Spills Occur • Quickly stop the source of the spill. • Prevent the spill from leaving the facility. Cover drains or block doorways. • Absorb the spill using a reusable material such as a mop & bucket or launderable rags. • Put spill materials in appropriate waste container for recovery if feasible. • Material that can’t be recovered -- Store labeled, sealed containers prior to disposal. Spill Prevention 2-3 (a)