06 02 01* Calcium hydroxide
Calcium hydroxide, also known as slaked lime, is a widely used chemical compound. It is used in a variety of industries, including construction, water treatment, and the chemical industry. However, the use of calcium hydroxide is associated with certain environmental risks that require careful management and minimization.
Calcium hydroxide is a product that is formed as a result of the reaction of calcium oxide with water. It has a white color and is an alkaline substance. This product is indispensable in many production processes, but its impact on the environment and human health is a significant problem.
The main problems associated with the use of calcium hydroxide include:
- air and water pollution due to emissions and leaks.
- formation of waste that requires special handling.
- impact on the health of workers who come into contact with this substance.
Impact of calcium hydroxide on human health and the environment
Calcium hydroxide can cause significant damage to the environment. Emissions of this chemical compound can lead to air and water pollution. Polluted air can cause acid rain, which negatively affects vegetation and aquatic ecosystems.
Water resources can also be contaminated by calcium hydroxide leaks from manufacturing processes or improper waste storage. This can lead to changes in the pH of the water, which affects aquatic organisms and the overall ecological balance.
- Soil contamination due to leaks and improper storage.
- Impact on aquatic ecosystems due to changes in the chemical composition of water.
- Destruction of natural landscapes due to the extraction of limestone, necessary for the production of calcium hydroxide.
Calcium hydroxide, also known as slaked lime, is actively used in many industries. This substance, although useful, can cause serious harm to people's health if it is not handled properly.
Main health risks
Contact with calcium hydroxide can cause a variety of negative reactions, from mild irritation to serious illness:
- skin and eye irritation upon contact with the substance. Calcium hydroxide can cause chemical burns or irritation upon direct contact.
- respiratory problems from inhaling calcium hydroxide dust. This can include temporary irritation of the respiratory tract, up to chronic diseases with prolonged exposure.
- potential toxicity by inhalation, especially in conditions of high dust concentration.
Ways to reduce harm
To reduce the health risks associated with calcium hydroxide exposure, companies and individuals can take the following steps:
- use of protective clothing, including respirators, goggles and protective gloves, when working with calcium hydroxide.
- ensure adequate ventilation in workplaces where calcium hydroxide is used to prevent dust accumulation.
- regular medical monitoring of the health of workers working with calcium hydroxide.
Ensuring the safe use of calcium hydroxide and protecting human health must be a priority
Reduction of harm from the use of calcium hydroxide is an important task for industry and society. Environmental management methods for calcium hydroxide hazardous waste include various approaches that help reduce the impact on the environment and human health.
Some of these methods include:
- implementation of modern technologies for cleaning emissions and wastewater.
- use of protective equipment for workers who have contact with calcium hydroxide.
- implementation of waste disposal and reuse programs.
Calcium hydroxide hazardous waste management includes the operations of collecting, sorting, crushing, and treating calcium hydroxide hazardous waste. This allows you to reduce the amount of waste and ensure its safe storage and processing.
Calcium hydroxide. Code according to the National list of waste 06 02 01*. Operations in accordance with Annexes 1, 2 to the Law of Ukraine "On Waste Management" R13, D10, D15.
Code according to Annexes VIII, IX to the Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary Movements of Hazardous Wastes and their Utilization/Disposal A4090 (AD110, AB110)
UtilVtorProm company
The UtilVtorProm company is engaged in environmental management of dangerous calcium hydroxides. We offer comprehensive solutions for the collection, transportation and treatment of calcium hydroxide waste, ensuring the minimization of their impact on the environment.
Our services include:
- collection and transportation of hazardous waste from calcium hydroxide.
- sorting and processing of waste using modern technologies.
- ensuring safe storage and processing of waste.
Our company UtilVtorProm strives to implement advanced methods of ecological management of dangerous calcium hydroxide waste in order to preserve the environment and protect people's health.
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