When hiking in the backcountry, waste disposal is important for both garbage and human waste. Some areas have specific guidelines, including a “pack it out” rule. Urine is usually not a problem, but toilet paper should be packaged and waste should be buried or carried out. While backcountry hiking and backpacking can be wonderful experiences, […]
Proper disposal of chemical waste is important to avoid harm to the environment and human and animal health. Guidelines vary globally, but in the US, the EPA maintains lists of hazardous waste. Hazardous waste collection programs are available to ensure safe disposal. Containers should be compatible with waste, labeled, and rinsed before disposal. Special consideration […]
Disposable earplugs are popular for their price and performance, and are used in various environments, including industrial settings and for snoring relief. They come in foam or silicone-based types, with the latter being able to hold water and provide better protection for some individuals. Disposable earplugs are earplugs that can be used once and then […]
Insects, including ants, spiders, and flies, help keep the world free of discarded food waste. Research in Manhattan found that insects can eat 2,100 pounds of food waste each year, equivalent to 60,000 hot dogs. Arthropods ate 32% of caged food in 24 hours and 80% of food left in open traps. Certain types of […]
There are various methods of hazardous waste disposal, depending on the type of waste. Household hazardous waste can be disposed of in regular trash cans, but industrial waste must be placed in appropriate containers. Recycling, neutralization, and concrete processing are effective methods, while incineration and landfilling are controversial. There are many different types of hazardous […]
A disposal permit outlines how human remains will be disposed of and is required in most areas. It can be obtained by going to the public health office with the death certificate. Funeral directors can also obtain it. The permit includes the name of the deceased, dates of birth and death, and the chosen method […]
Consumers should dispose of e-waste carefully. Donate usable electronics to schools or refurbishing programs. Dispose of unusable e-waste at an e-waste management facility or through mobile collection services. Some companies will take back old equipment for a fee or as part of an e-waste processing fee. A growing number of consumers are aware that electronic […]
Medical waste includes biological, solid, liquid, anatomical, pharmaceutical, chemotherapy, and sharps waste, each with its own disposal codes. Biohazardous waste requires labeling and proper containment, while solid waste is steam sterilized and disposed of like regular trash. Liquid waste is decontaminated and sent through specialized drains. Anatomical remains are incinerated on site, while chemotherapy and […]
