WASTE CARD Metal Hydroxide Sludges from Wastewater Treatment System

A. Properties Guidelines for BOMBA

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1. Category of Waste (First Schedule) SW 204 - Sludges containing ore or several metals including chromium, copper, nickel, zinc, lead, 3077
cadmium,
aluminium, tin, vanasium and beryllium
2. Waste Origin From metal finishing wastewater treatment systems. The waste may contain chromium, nickel, copper, zinc,
mercury, cadmium,
lead and iron in the form of hydroxides.
3. Physical Properties of Waste Flash Point Boiling Point Physical Appearance
Vapours lighter/ Solubility in WaterWaste lighter/
Degree Celsius Degree Celsius (30°C) heavier than Air heavier than Water
- - Sludge/solid Unsoluble
4. Risks; By Inhalation, By Oral Intake, INHALATION avoid breating the dust. By ORAL intake, the waste might corrode the gullet. By continued DERMAL
By Dermal Contact contact,
the waste will corrode the skin.
B. Handling of Waste MERIDIAN RECYCLING SDN BHD
1. Personal Protection Equipment Gloves, tight eye goggles and safety boots.
2. Procedures/Precautions in Handling, Packaging,
Avoid contact with the waste. Do not smoke. Secure the waste tightly when loaded on the truck.
Transporting and Storage
3. Appropriate Label (Third Schedule) Label UN Class 9, Miscelleneous Dangerous Compounds
4. Recommended Method of Disposal The waste must be disposed of according to current legislation.
C. Spill or Leak causing PersonalGenerally: If there is any personal injury, or symptoms of poisoning occur, seek medical assistance, show this
Injury card. Ensure that
the medical assistance is aware of identity/nature of the substance in question, and takes precautions to protect
themselves.
1. In Case of Inhalation of Fumes or Oral Intake
Symptoms of intoxication may be sting and stomach pains. Avoid inhalation of dust. At large oral intake make the
Symptoms of Intoxication, Appropriate
victim vomit.
First Aid
Guidelines for the Physician Do not give unconscious persons water or make them vomit. If the victim is not breathing, apply artificial
respiration.
2. In Case of Dermal Contact or Contact withSymptoms
Eyes of intoxication may be a burning sensation in the eyes and/or on the skin. Contaminated clothes etc.
Symptoms of intoxication, Appropriate First mustAidbe removed
Guidelines for the Physician immediately. If contamination of skin and/or eyes occurs, flush with plenty of water. Always seek medical care in
case
of injury to the eyes.
D. Spill or Leak causing Material Generally: In case of emergency/fire, CALL BOMBA 994, explain that a chemical accident has occurred. No
Damage smoking or use
of fire, stop the engine. Warn other road users. Cordon of the area, hold back unauthorised persons. Do not stay
in the wind
direction.
1. Spill on Floor, Soil, Road etc. Spilled waste must be collected. Avoid personal danger. The spillage and absorbent must be collected and
disposed of according
to current legislation. After collection of the spillage rinse the area with large amount of water.
2. Spill into Water In case of pollution of sewer, water streams etc. BOMBA/Police is requested to notify the water treatment plants
 and nearby
residential areas. Spillage in water must be collected and disposed of according to current legislation.
3. Fire The waste in non-flammable.
4. Explosion -
Classification according to ADR Class Item Letter UN Number/SIN Number Hazard Identification Number
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