Division BAT 2 BAT is to apply the principles of good housekeeping for minimising the environmental impact of the production process by using a combination of the techniques given below.
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| Technique | |
|---|---|
| a | Careful selection and control of chemicals and additives |
| b | Input-output analysis with a chemical inventory, including quantities and toxicological properties |
| c | Minimise the use of chemicals to the minimum level required by the quality specifications of the final product |
| d | Avoid the use of harmful substances (e.g. nonylphenol ethoxylate-containing dispersion or cleaning agents or surfactants) and substitution by less harmful alternatives |
| e | Minimise the input of substances into the soil by leakage, aerial deposition and the inappropriate storage of raw materials, products or residues |
| f | Establish a spill management programme and extend the containment of relevant sources, thus preventing the contamination of soil and groundwater |
| g | Proper design of the piping and storage systems to keep the surfaces clean and to reduce the need for washing and cleaning |