WHAT’S AT STAKE

Electronics are now a part of our daily lives. As each new product comes to the market, our old electronics, spent batteries, and other accessories become electronic waste (e-waste), and head to the waste pile. Most companies have an area to stockpile equipment and supplies before final disposal. There are risks to handling e-waste, including physical injuries due to lifting, cuts from sharps, and exposure to hazardous dusts and chemicals that can pose health effects. To minimize injury, it is important to learn how to store, handle, and process e-waste safely.

WHAT’S THE DANGER

DANGEROUS E-WASTE EXPOSURE FOR WORKERS Unsafe handling […]