Planning and Implementation of Hazardous Waste Management Emergency Response Program – A Case Study of PT. X Medical Hazardous Waste Treatment

Abstract

Increasing the amount of medical waste can cause environmental and health problems if it is not managed properly. This is because medical waste is categorized as hazardous and toxic waste (B3), which can also create hazardous waste management emergencies situation. PT.X is a company that treats medical waste by using an incinerator. The purpose of this study is to plan and implement a medical waste management emergency response program at PT.X by determining the potential for hazards to occur in medical waste processing, implementing an emergency response system, and developing and implementing an emergency response program. The data collection method used is by direct observation and discussion with the company staff, as well as through the available data at the company. Risk assessment was conducted using the matrix of likelihood and consequence of potential risks, and the results showed 4 activities that have extreme risk. By planning and implementing a B3 waste emergency response program, PT. X has optimized its preparedness in dealing with emergency conditions so that in the event of an emergency it can be handled optimally.

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