Waste Management

[Audio] Waste Management Welcome to the North Slope Borough's Waste Management training!.

[Audio] Introduction Waste Management Plan & Applicable Regulations Waste Definitions & Types Waste Management Process Waste Reduction Waste Labeling & Handling Waste Storage & Disposal Inventory & Recordkeeping Responsibility of Waste Generators Wrap-Up 1 2 3 4 5 6 a b c d Before diving into this 1-hour training on waste management, let's first review the agenda for this session. First, we will introduce and define waste management, and talk about the goals of this training. Second, we will discuss the NSB Waste Management Plan, as well as the applicable EPA regulations that inform waste management. Then we will learn about the definition of waste types and give some examples of what those might look like in your community. This brings us to the bulk of this presentation, the waste management process. This section is split up into four subsections: waste reduction waste labeling and handling waste disposal and storage. And inventory and recordkeeping. Then, we will define who is responsible for waste in the NSB, and to conclude this training we will wrap up by reviewing what we learned with a short knowledge check..

[Audio] Waste Management Introduction Waste Management Plan & Applicable Regulations Waste Definitions & Types Waste Management Process Waste Reduction Waste Labeling & Handling Waste Storage & Disposal Inventory & Recordkeeping Responsibility of Waste Generators Wrap-Up Throughout the training, you'll see a version of this slide at the beginning of each new section. This will help you track our progress and know what topics are coming up next. We are beginning with a brief Introduction..

[Audio] Training Objectives Become familiar with the NSB Waste Management Plan Learn about waste management regulations Understand common NSB waste types Review fundamental waste management practices Know who to ask and where to look regarding waste management questions Let's go over the key objectives of this training. After this training, you will be more familiar with the North Slope Borough Waste Management Plan and understanding the framework that guides waste management practices in the region. You will learn about waste management regulations by gaining insight into the rules and guidelines that ensure safe and compliant waste handling. You will learn the difference between waste types, such as used oil and waste oil. You will receive an introduction to labeling and storage. And you will know who to ask if you have questions.

[Audio] Training Objectives continued How to avoid common waste management mistakes, such as open or unlabeled containers, containers without secondary containment, or not inventorying waste at facilities. These mistakes have resulted in significant U.S. Environmental Protection Agency violations and costly fines. Improper waste handling may result in spills, long and short-term health hazards, contaminated water, land, and food sources, and increased scrutiny by regulatory agencies In addition, you will also learn: How to avoid common waste management mistakes, such as leaving hazardous waste containers open or improper labeling, storage, or handling. And finally, this training includes a discussion about the repercussions of improper waste handling, like negatively impacting water, land, and food sources, and increased scrutiny by regulatory agencies. These objectives will provide you with the foundational knowledge needed to manage waste safely and responsibly. Let's dive in!.