Don't allow nonhazardous materials to become contaminated with hazardous materials, as this will increase the amount of hazardous waste that must be treated or disposed. Install flow meters, flow control devices, and shut-off nozzles to cut down on water usage. Production Changes For businesses whose operations include production activities, technology, raw material and product modifications are ways to reduce waste. The costs of these modifications can vary greatly. Explore all options and choose those that are appropriate for your specific business.
Technology changes involve process and equipment modifications to reduce waste.
Raw material changes can reduce or eliminate hazardous materials entering the production process. Generation of hazardous wastes is then reduced. Product changes can reduce the waste generated from a product's use by the consumer. For example, use of a water based paint rather than a solvent based paint eliminates the need for flammable solvents, messy cleanups, and volatile vapor emissions. Recycling Recycling techniques take a waste and either reuse it or reclaim.