School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Standard Operating Procedures
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Procedure No: ENVSOP/002/0
Date of Compilation: 1-1-12
Guidelines on recycling scrap Copper
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Compiled By:
Authorised By:
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Trevor Sewell
Prof Hardacre
Head Of School
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Purpose:
1.1
To outline for all staff the procedure for dealing with scrap copper
1.2
Metal is one of the most recyclable products. Most metals
only have to be melted down and then reformed into other
products, making its life cycle potentially endless. Recycling makes
a substantial saving on landfill space requirements and it helps
conserve the world’s resources.
2 Procedure:
2.1
The copper should be pure copper in wire, tube, pipe, sheet, or granular form.
Copper compounds are not acceptable. If in doubt contact Trevor Sewell in ASEP 5580
2.2
If required the copper to be scrapped must be cleaned until it is free from
contamination.
2.3
The appropriate health and safety procedures must be followed when decontaminating
the scrap material. If in doubt please consult the School Safety Officer – Jackie
O’Connor 4673
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2.4
The cleaned Copper should be taken to ASEP for recycling
2.5
Complete the appropriate scrap log book – available in the stores
2.6
ASEP staff will take the scrap and deposit in the appropriate bin held securely with
the
. ASEP area
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When enough scrap has been collected – estates will be contacted and an appropriate
licenced contractor appointed to collect the material for recycling.
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Care should be taken when handling waste material - If in doubt please consult the .
School Safety Officer – Jackie O’Connor 4673
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Procedure History:
3.1
This procedure was first compiled on the 1-1-12 and there has been no
revision to date.
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