Effectively Handle, Stock, and Transfer Materials Products Conserve, Reuse, and Reduce Water Flows

process ƒ identify possibilities for selling materials for reuse in other enterprises or production processes ƒ dispose of non-reusable non-recyclable waste using appropriate methods S eparate the different flows of liquid waste ƒ avoid mixing together the different flows of liquid wast R euse recycle waste water ƒ study possibilities to reuse recycle waste water ƒ verify that the reuse of waste water does not harm the quality of the product S eparate solvents used in production processes ƒ regenerate solvents to recover valuable material for reuse in production processes R euse packaging material ƒ identify possibilities to reduce packaging material ƒ identify possibilities to reuse packaging material ƒ check possibilities for introducing a deposit system to facilitate the retrieval of packaging

C. Effectively Handle, Stock, and Transfer Materials Products

Action to be taken Individual Responsible Priority Timing for Action Savings Achieved R espect the stocking conditions recommended by the suppliers of raw materials ƒ establish stocking policies according to instructions provided by suppliers or as listed on packages, especially for toxic products ƒ keep security records close to where material is stocked and near the working area S tock dangerous products in a designated and secure area ƒ in order to reduce the risk of accident ƒ in order to reduce the need to pay supplementary insurance costs ƒ train personnel to avoid accidents S tock raw materials in compatible groups K eep the stocking zone clean ƒ visually inspect the area periodically in order to detect contamination ƒ use stocking methodologies devices that avoid damage during storage V erify the expiration dates for raw materials ƒ do regular checks and keep records ƒ apply the ‘first-in first-out’ principle FIFO for managing stocks of raw materials K eep stocks at levels based on actual needs ƒ avoid excessive buying of raw materials ƒ minimise loss and waste of inputs e.g. from leaving containers open T ake appropriate safety measures in moving, transferring, and utilising dangerous products ƒ wear appropriate protective clothing ƒ use appropriate equipment ƒ provide personnel with required training R eplace dangerous products with alternatives

D. Conserve, Reuse, and Reduce Water Flows

Action to be taken Individual Responsible Priority Timing for Action Savings Achieved E liminate water leakages ƒ replace poor seals on pipes ƒ examine water pipes for holes and make needed repairs ƒ monitor water tanks in production processes and prevent spillage ƒ close running taps ƒ install meters in areas where large amounts of water are being used ƒ install inexpensive water-saving devices, where appropriate S top using sources of water that are not absolutely needed ƒ remove water taps that are not being used ƒ seal certain taps to avoid unnecessary use ƒ install inexpensive water-saving devices, where appropriate R egulate water pumps and pipes ƒ match flow to specific production needs C ut unnecessary flows of industrial water outside the functioning hours of the company R euse rinse water ƒ determine the quantities, qualities, and locations of reusable water sources ƒ verify that the reuse of such water does not harm the quality of the end product A void continuous rinsing with water ƒ install valves on equipment to reduce water flow ƒ check possibility of rinsing in still baths E quip departments having high water consumption andor savings potential with water measurement instruments ƒ verify the efficient utilisation of water, especially in high water-using processes departments ƒ install inexpensive water-saving devices, where appropriate

E. Conserve, Reuse, and Reduce Energy