Liquid waste management, the handling of liquid waste activities in a systematic manner for ensuring proper disposal as well as incineration of
waste/wastewater/sewage disposal is critical for a variety of practical as well as environmental considerations.
Having a liquid waste tank, either for domestic or for commercial use requires regular emptying & maintenance. This is an imperative part of making sure that the waste is being managed in the right way. Furthermore, any property without access to the main sewer would need the alternate sewage & liquid waste management method, which includes a cesspit, septic tank, or holding tank.
Liquid waste - a major concern
Oil, toxic home/industrial chemicals, Wastewater, grease, & sludge come under the category of liquid waste. Commercial, residential as well as industrial locations all give out liquid waste. These can be treated by the main sewage system or an alternative that includes a septic tank. Liquid waste disposal can be treated in a variety of ways, such as root zone, dewatering, composting & incineration. However, whichever technique is being picked, should be done correctly.
Liquid waste is considered to be a huge issue globally as the earth’s surface comprises about seventy-one percent of water. Liquid trash is defined by EPA (environmental protection Agency) as any waste substance which meets the criterion of “liquid” and according to it, for characterizing a matter in order to call it as liquid, the substance must actually “pass through a 0.45-micron filter at a pressure differential of 75 psi”.
Why is proper disposal so important?
An essential component of waste administration – the Liquid sewage is difficult to collect and remove from the environment. This is owing to its easy spreadability. Furthermore, liquid wastes can contaminate drinking water as well as other supplies when they come into contact with each other. Liquid wastes can be easily absorbed by soil as well as groundwater and this pollution subsequently pollutes the surroundings that are making humans, plants & animals live.
“The water treatment process does not only
produce clean reusable water but also has the potential to produce various other benefits. It has the potential to reduce a country’s waste production, to produce energy through methane harvesting, and the potential to produce natural fertilizer from the waste collected through the process,” says Sanjeev Sirsi, Associate Vice President, GRUNDFOS.
Since most of the liquid waste is not good for consumption or cannot be recycled, appropriate disposal is crucial in any industry. They also raise important sanitary & environmental issues that include:
• Protection of environment
When liquid waste is not managed properly it can become harmful to the environment & lead to creating various kinds of pollution. And, when liquid waste pollutes a water source it affects its chemical makeup, leading to contamination of surface water as well. Therefore, this can lead to serious consequences for the human as well as animal drinking water, and alter aquatic ecosystems too.
Furthermore, when liquid waste is improperly disposed of, it leads to soil pollution, causing toxins to infiltrate the soil, and finally disrupting plant growth & harming humans/animals that ingest tainted items.
• Effective in maintaining hygiene
Since liquid waste pollution can make humans & animals fall sick by polluting water, the air, or land, effective handling is needed to prevent the spread of disease and agricultural damage.
Any business should possess a system in place for safely storing liquid waste after it has been generated. Most factories hire a professional waste management company, especially if they have a septic tank/cesspit which needs to be emptied regularly.
• Reduction of green gases
Liquid waste which are been improperly managed may produce vapors that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and as per ‘Magazine hubs’ these gases result in the rise of heat & are a disaster for the ecosystem. They contribute to global warming & lead to producing extreme weather that includes acid rain.
• Aesthetic purpose
Liquid waste that is not being disposed of properly may result in unpleasant odors in the disposal locations. Although it is unlikely to cause direct harm to inhabitants, the daily routine tasks will be performed uncomfortably and there will be complaints. Therefore, proper disposal of waste helps businesses to not only retain positive associations with inhabited neighbors but also helps in maintaining the fresh air quality.
Factors to consider while choosing a waste disposal method include Soil stability, Land area, Quantity of waste, Cost & expense, Water table level, required treatment, Surface water flows, and Well water sources.
Conclusion
When businesses operate in production, construction, or oil & gas industries, waste generation becomes an unavoidable aspect of their day-to-day operations and therefore, right trash disposal is imperative, and appropriate liquid waste management is especially critical owing to the risk of leaks, spills & runoff.
