Risk Assessment and Occupational Health Concerns in Wastewater Effluent Treatment Plants

Abstract

Dye-containing wastewater poses a serious risk to human health and the environment because the textile industry generates a lot of wastewater that is highly coloured and contains a number of persistent pollutants. The dyeing and printing industries rely significantly on effluent treatment plants to lessen the environmental damage caused by the discharge of wastewater containing dyes, chemicals, and other pollutants. Although they are the most dangerous sectors of the economy, they promote environmentally friendly behaviour and ensure that laws are observed. Effluent Treatment Plants (ETPs) must conduct risk assessments in order to identify and mitigate potential hazards, preserve the environment, and comply with regulatory standards. A summary of the need for and assessment of ETP risk assessment was provided. A thorough analysis was conducted to determine the possible health hazards associated with the wastewater treatment plant. The most important factors that could affect workers while they are at work are listed in this study. To increase workers' awareness in the workplace, the main categories of hazards and safety performance were compiled. Techniques for risk-control were identified and explained in detail in an attempt to lower accidents in wastewater treatment plants.