112 WASCO BERHAD SECTION 4 SUSTAINABILITY JOURNEY Waste, Effluents, and Pollution Prevention We are committed to minimising the environmental impact of our operations by responsibly managing our waste, effluents, and other emissions. Our approach is grounded in the principles of pollution prevention and the waste management hierarchy, and we ensure strict compliance with all applicable environmental laws and regulations in the jurisdictions where we operate. Waste Management Our primary goal is to reduce the amount of waste generated and to maximise the amount that is reused or recycled. We manage both scheduled (hazardous) and non-scheduled (non-hazardous) waste in accordance with Malaysia’s Environmental Quality Act (“EQA”) 1974 and other local regulations. All waste is handled, stored, and disposed of by government-licensed and approved contractors. The Wasco Waste Management Procedure sets out the following expectations: • Promote efficient use of resources to reduce pollution impacts. • Minimise waste generation at source wherever feasible. • Explore alternative disposal methods by adopting cleaner and more sustainable technologies. • Ensure full compliance with all regulatory requirements related to waste handling and disposal Our waste handling process for every type of waste disposed of from our operations is presented below. Sewage and Greywater • Sewage and greywater are collected in designated tanks that are properly plumbed and connected to ablution and lunchroom facilities. • Tanks are emptied regularly by an authorised contractor. Scrap Metal • Scrap metal, including copper, is collected in a scrap metal skip. • Scrap metal is collected or replaced by a contractor as appropriate. General Waste • Scrap timber and large general waste items are collected in a general waste skip. • Smaller or lighter general waste items, waste paper and food waste are collected in local, lined bins. Waste is fully contained and tied within suitable garbage bags upon emptying before being placed in the general waste skip to prevent it from being blown by the wind. • The general waste skip is emptied by a contractor as required. Recyclable Containers • Aluminium cans and plastic bottles are deposited in a designated recycling bin for donation. Waste Paint • Waste paint is allowed to fully harden in its original container and is then disposed of according to the Safety Data Sheet requirements, either as general waste or through an authorised contractor. Oily Rags • Oily rags are stored in a designated oily rag receptacle. • Clients’ maintenance operations must implement a process for the proper disposal of oily rags. Hydrotest Water • Hydrotest water is collected for proper disposal. • The greywater system can handle untreated test water volumes of up to 100 litres. Operations ensure that the greywater system can manage the volume at the time of disposal. If the site cannot accommodate the additional volume, third parties may be engaged for disposal. Waste Condensate • An authorised contractor collects condensate waste using suitable containers for safe transport and disposal. • The client is responsible for providing a designated, bundled storage area for waste containers pending collection. SUSTAINABILITY JOURNEY
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