Miscellaneous waste (including material mixtures) from mechanical waste processing containing hazardous substances (code 19 12 11*) represents a special category of industrial waste. These wastes can be generated during mechanical shredding, sorting, filtration, or other technological processes involving hazardous substances.
Effective management of this category of hazardous waste includes monitoring its composition, storage locations, and subsequent treatment methods. This helps minimize environmental contamination risks and prevent negative health effects.
Main Types of Such Waste:
- Residues of metals, plastics, or wood contaminated with chemical compounds
- Waste from abrasive processing containing toxic substances
- Dust and fine particles from grinding and milling processes
- Mixed waste containing materials with hazardous coatings, such as paints or varnishes
Handling hazardous waste in this category must comply with environmental standards.
Storage: Hazardous waste must be stored in special containers to prevent dust dispersion and the evaporation of harmful substances.
Transportation: It requires airtight packaging and specially equipped transport vehicles.
Recycling: Includes thermal treatment, chemical neutralization, and the recovery of valuable materials.
Key Risks of Improper Handling:
- Release of toxic components into soil, water, and air
- Worker poisoning due to inhalation of hazardous dust
- Fire or explosive reactions when mixed with other substances
- Formation of persistent pollutants that are difficult to neutralize
The use of modern recycling technologies helps reduce their impact on the environment.