Toxic waste treatment (WS5)
Toxic Waste Treatment
Monthly categorization of toxic waste.
The total volume of toxic waste produced at Walailak University = 48.87 tons/year.
In assessing toxic waste production at Walailak University, the total volume for 2024 amounted to 48.87 tons. The toxic waste produced consists of several categories:
Laboratory Chemical Waste: This includes chemical by-products from research and academic activities in the university’s laboratories. The total generated from this source was 2.81 tons.
Infectious Waste: Primarily from medical and biological research activities, this category, which includes potentially infectious materials, contributed 45.91 tons, making it the largest source of toxic waste.
Other Toxic Waste: This smaller category includes waste such as electronics, fluorescent lamps, batteries, and aerosol cans. The total waste from this group was 0.15 tons.
Percentage of Toxic Waste Treatment = 100 %
The total amount of toxic waste treated annually is 48.87 tons, comprising three main categories of waste. The disposal methods used are as follows:
- Laboratory Chemical Waste: A total of 2.81 tons of chemical waste is collected from laboratory activities and treated by a certified Laboratory Waste Disposal Company.
- Infectious Waste: The largest category, 45.91 tons, is managed using a scientifically validated incineration process directly at Walailak University, ensuring safe and environmentally sound disposal.
- Other Waste Types (including electronics, fluorescent lamps, batteries, and aerosol cans): A total of 0.15 tons is handled through the Collaborative Toxic Waste Management Project for the Nakhon Si Thammarat Provincial Administration Organization. This partnership helps ensure that these hazardous materials are disposed of properly and in accordance with safety standards.
A total of 48.87 tons of toxic waste is treated each year at Walailak University, utilizing specialized disposal methods to minimize environmental impact and adhere to safety regulations.
Toxic waste treatment
