Explain the points to be observed in relation to Liquid and Solid Wastes as per Environmental Management Plan (EMP).

CS Professional · Secretarial Audit, Compliance Management and Due Diligence · PYQS · June 2017
Explain the points to be observed in relation to Liquid and Solid Wastes as per Environmental Management Plan (EMP).

Answer & Explanation:

As per the Environmental Management Plan (EMP), the following points should be observed in relation to Liquid and Solid Wastes: Liquid Effluents: Treatment Standards: Effluents from industrial plants should be treated to meet the standards prescribed by the Central/State Water Pollution Control Boards. Soil Permeability Studies: Conduct soil permeability studies before discharging effluents into holding tanks or impoundments to prevent percolation and groundwater contamination. Protection of Sensitive Areas: Take special precautions regarding flight patterns of birds in the area, as toxic effluents can harm migratory birds. Prohibit plant locations in such sensitive areas. Deep Well Burial: Avoid deep well burial of toxic effluents, as it can lead to resurfacing and groundwater contamination, potentially causing extensive damage to crops and livestock. Re-use and Conservation: In all cases, efforts should be made for the re-use of water and its conservation. Solid Wastes: Disposal Site Permeability: Check the permeability of the waste disposal site to ensure no contaminants percolate into the groundwater or river/lake. Location of Disposal Areas: Plan waste disposal areas down-wind of villages and townships to minimize impact on human settlements. Reactive Materials Disposal: Dispose of reactive materials by immobilizing them with suitable additives. Landscape Planning: Plan the pattern of filling disposal sites to create better landscapes, and ensure the appropriately pre-treated solid wastes are disposed of according to the approved plan. Tree Plantation: Undertake intensive programs of tree plantation on disposal areas.

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