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Toxic Waste Disposal

Toxic Waste Disposal
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Copyright: 2015
Pages: 15
Source title: Business Ethics and Diversity in the Modern Workplace
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Philippe W. Zgheib (Lebanese American University, Lebanon)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-7254-3.ch014

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Abstract

Recognizing the severity of the toxic waste disposal, approximately 50 countries signed a treaty in 1989 seeking to regulate and control the international shipments that contain toxic waste materials. However, the primary challenge that hinders the proper disposal of hazardous waste remains the high costs of disposal and the time-consuming nature of the disposal process. These two factors constitute the main reasons why some companies seek out clandestine means to dispose of their toxic wastes instead of adhering to the laws and regulations, thus endangering both the environment and the health of surrounding living beings. A proper disposal system is essential to guarantee the safety of living creatures, as well as the welfare of the surrounding environment. However, sometimes that is easier said than done, and even disposal techniques that abide by the relevant laws may have unforeseen and devastating consequences on the lives of the employees carrying out the disposal process. This chapter explores toxic waste disposal.

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