Compliance with Environmental Sustainability Standards Flashcards
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Which labeling system is used in the US to communicate hazardous chemical information on cleaning product containers?
Answer: GHS Hazard Communication Standard
The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Hazard Communication Standard requires standardized labels and Safety Data Sheets for hazardous chemicals.
What does 'dwell time' mean in the context of environmentally responsible disinfection?
Answer: Time a product must remain wet on a surface to be effective
Dwell time is the contact time a disinfectant must remain on a surface to kill pathogens, and respecting it prevents overuse of chemicals.
A custodian notices a chemical product has an EPA Safer Choice logo. What does this indicate?
Answer: Every ingredient has been evaluated for human and environmental safety
The EPA Safer Choice label means the EPA has reviewed every ingredient for potential human health and environmental impacts.
Which type of mop system is considered more sustainable because it reduces water and chemical usage?
Answer: Flat microfiber mop system
Flat microfiber mop systems use significantly less water and cleaning solution compared to traditional string mop-and-bucket methods.
Under the Clean Air Act, what restriction applies to aerosol cleaning products used indoors?
Answer: Products must have low volatile organic compound (VOC) content
The Clean Air Act limits VOC emissions because they contribute to smog and indoor air quality problems, affecting aerosol and spray cleaning products.
What is the primary environmental benefit of using concentrated cleaning products?
Answer: Reduced packaging waste and lower transportation emissions
Concentrated products require less packaging and fewer shipments, significantly reducing plastic waste and carbon emissions.
A facility wants to reduce its environmental impact from cleaning operations. Which action directly reduces stormwater pollution?
Answer: Properly disposing of mop water in a utility sink drain rather than outdoors
Mop water containing chemicals must be disposed of in utility sinks connected to wastewater treatment, not poured outdoors where it can enter storm drains.