Domestic and commercial wastes differ in terms of their collection, management, and legal framework that applies to them. The bodies responsible for the management of these wastes differ as well. These differences are caused by: The nature of the waste  Waste volumes  Complexity of management Defining Domestic and Commercial Waste Domestic waste We produce domestic or household or residential waste in our day-to-day activities. These activities are not transactional. Domestic waste can be nonhazardous and includes items such as: Old stationery  Glass jars ...

Environmentally conscious companies are rapidly switching to sustainable practices. When digging and excavation are involved, hydro excavation is the safest and most environmentally friendly way to remove soil. The equipment used in the process is precise and easy to operate. Professionals can carry out digging work efficiently and save significantly on restoration costs; a normal consequence of using traditional digging equipment such as a backhoe.  These features make hydro excavation an attractive option for companies in piping, oil drilling, construction, mining, plumbing,...

Cleaning industrial storage tanks involves much more than climbing into the tank and scrubbing its inner walls. This complicated job requires significant training. Getting tanks cleaned might be a low priority for facility owners. However, storage tanks are a key part of the production-process and affect the profitability of a company. We recommend getting your industrial storage tanks cleaned twice a year. Sludge and microbial activity can damage the tank and contaminate the liquid inside it, resulting in losses far greater than the cost of cleaning the tank in Utah. A combination of...

If you have stored hazardous waste in your premises, voluntarily or involuntarily, this article is for you.  Hazardous waste is generated at both the industrial and household levels. Industrial hazardous waste includes materials such as: Toluene and Benzene Water ink solvent Heavy metal solutions Electronic scrap Waste battery Paint waste Household hazardous waste includes: Lamp ballasts Drain cleaners Motor oil Pesticides Medical wastes Discarded electronics Faraway nuclear plants aren’t the only places that produce hazardous waste that's collected by people...

A site contaminated by an oil spill is replete with hazardous gases and chemicals. People in the vicinity of the site and staff working to contain the oil spill are at risk of developing eye, skin, or respiratory irritations, tremors, confusion, unconsciousness, etc. Long-term exposure to these harmful chemicals can cause cancer, and liver, lung, and kidney disease, among various other health hazards. An oil spill response requires trained personnel and equipment to contain and recover the oil spillage. Ignorance can be dangerous in such a situation. The following 3 paraments are...