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Which of these materials in a shop contain metals and toxins and can pollute the environment?
Which of these materials in a shop contain metals and toxins and can pollute the environment?
- Chemical containers
- Oil products
- All the above (correct)
- Paint supplies
________ is one of four characteristics of hazardous waste.
________ is one of four characteristics of hazardous waste.
toxicity
The Pollution Prevention Act of 1990 established source reduction as the preferred approach to environmental protection.
The Pollution Prevention Act of 1990 established source reduction as the preferred approach to environmental protection.
True (A)
Employees cannot be held legally responsible for an environmental violation.
Employees cannot be held legally responsible for an environmental violation.
Keeping lids on products helps prevent evaporation, spills, and employee exposure to chemicals.
Keeping lids on products helps prevent evaporation, spills, and employee exposure to chemicals.
Discoloration on walls, work surfaces, ceilings, and pipes may indicate a leak that is causing you to waste raw materials.
Discoloration on walls, work surfaces, ceilings, and pipes may indicate a leak that is causing you to waste raw materials.
Which of these practices helps cut down on waste?
Which of these practices helps cut down on waste?
When it comes to using up supplies in your shop, you should always use the newest supplies first.
When it comes to using up supplies in your shop, you should always use the newest supplies first.
If the paint that was used contained any amount of lead, cadmium, or chromium, then the paint booth filter is considered hazardous waste.
If the paint that was used contained any amount of lead, cadmium, or chromium, then the paint booth filter is considered hazardous waste.
You can put oil, antifreeze, or brake fluid in the same storage container with paint waste.
You can put oil, antifreeze, or brake fluid in the same storage container with paint waste.
Using a __________ will help reduce the amount of color topcoat paint needed for use by painters.
Using a __________ will help reduce the amount of color topcoat paint needed for use by painters.
When VOCs and nitrogen oxide combine in the presence of sunlight, smog is formed.
When VOCs and nitrogen oxide combine in the presence of sunlight, smog is formed.
The paint rule regulates ___ and plastic surface-coating operations for manufacturing and auto body shops.
The paint rule regulates ___ and plastic surface-coating operations for manufacturing and auto body shops.
Used oil should be _____
Used oil should be _____
Antifreeze should not be mixed with oil.
Antifreeze should not be mixed with oil.
Which personal protective equipment (PPE) should you wear when working around asbestos-containing materials?
Which personal protective equipment (PPE) should you wear when working around asbestos-containing materials?
It is illegal to improperly dispose of antifreeze.
It is illegal to improperly dispose of antifreeze.
Waste that is generated by a business is called a _____________
Waste that is generated by a business is called a _____________
Most hazardous waste can be disposed of in a landfill.
Most hazardous waste can be disposed of in a landfill.
Tires can be recycled instead of thrown out.
Tires can be recycled instead of thrown out.
Which of these is a location where you can recycle antifreeze?
Which of these is a location where you can recycle antifreeze?
You need to wear ___________ when handling batteries because they could explode.
You need to wear ___________ when handling batteries because they could explode.
Aqueous cleaners are ___________ parts cleaning agents.
Aqueous cleaners are ___________ parts cleaning agents.
Scrap tire management is primarily regulated at the __________ level.
Scrap tire management is primarily regulated at the __________ level.
Never spray brakes with a high-pressure stream of water or air because it could blow asbestos fibers into the air.
Never spray brakes with a high-pressure stream of water or air because it could blow asbestos fibers into the air.
Recycled tires are frequently turned into __________.
Recycled tires are frequently turned into __________.
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Study Notes
Hazardous Waste Characteristics
- Toxicity is a primary characteristic of hazardous waste, indicating its ability to harm living organisms.
Pollution Prevention Act
- Established in 1990, the act promotes source reduction as the best method for environmental protection.
Safety and Compliance
- The National Fire Protection Association (NFiPA) 704 Diamond Label system aids in identifying hazardous substances on-site for safety.
- Employees can be legally responsible for environmental violations, highlighting the importance of adherence to regulations.
Waste Management Practices
- Keeping lids on chemical products prevents evaporation, spills, and reduces employee exposure to hazardous materials.
- Discoloration on various surfaces may indicate leaks leading to waste of raw materials.
Recycling and Waste Reduction
- Using leftover paint colors and tintable primers minimizes waste in paint shops.
- Used oil, antifreeze, and other fluids need to be recycled properly and should not be mixed in storage to prevent contamination.
Environmental Impact of Chemicals
- VOCs and nitrogen oxides combine in sunlight to form smog, contributing to air pollution.
- It is illegal to improperly dispose of antifreeze or to discharge wastewater into storm sewers.
Asbestos and Safety Regulations
- Wiper fluid in automotive shops may contain asbestos, necessitating safe handling practices.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when working with asbestos-containing materials to prevent exposure.
Refrigerant Management
- The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 prohibit releases of refrigerants during service, emphasizing environmental protection.
Proper Storage and Disposal
- Parts washers use cleaning solutions that must be disposed of correctly to avoid environmental harm.
- Batteries and tires must be managed properly to avoid attracting pests and to ensure safe disposal practices.
Compliance and Training
- Anyone servicing MVAC systems must be EPA certified, ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
- Facilities recycling refrigerants must meet Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) standards.
Environmental Awareness
- Awareness of contamination sources, such as mixing antifreeze with oil or improper disposal methods, is critical for pollution prevention.
- Waste generated by businesses is referred to as a "waste stream," highlighting the responsibility of companies in managing their waste effectively.
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