Disposition of Investigation Derived Waste Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

While disposing of solid waste and potentially hazardous chemicals, site managers must take into consideration the health and safety of all personnel handling or moving investigation derived waste. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has established important safety guidelines for all activities related to the investigation of derived waste. This Investigation Derived Waste Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) app can be used by operators to promote safe handling and disposal of waste while navigating worksites that can contain contaminants and other environmental hazards. The app outlines the potential health and safety hazards at each major step in waste disposal including exposure to hazardous chemicals during collection procedures and elevated risk while using waste disposal equipment. The app offers controls for all identified hazards including enforcing safety requirements of personal protective equipment and following proper decontamination procedures. The app helps operators oversee all aspects of management of waste disposal from the sample site to the facility and maintain a system for communicating hazards throughout each step. This app would be an excellent part of a safety plan for any waste management program of investigation derived waste.