8 Burial or Disposal of Sludge

In this lesson, you will :

• Understand what burial or disposal of sludge implies and its suitability for emergency settings
• Understand the conditions and requirements for safe and responsible burial of treated sludge
• Gain an insight into disposal pits and deep row trenches as possible sludge burial/disposal options
• Understand the volume and space requirements for a sludge disposal site
• Understand the monitoring and operations requirements to ensure the safe and effective containment of sludge
• Be aware of the potential environmental risks involved with sludge burial