Which practice is emphasized in spill management regarding disposal?

• A. Dump into Drains
• B. Proper Disposal
• C. Dispose with Regular Trash
• D. Incinerate Without Permits

Answer: (B)

Spill management emphasizes disposing of wastes in a way that prevents environmental contamination and adheres to regulations. Proper disposal means cleaning up the spill and placing the waste in the appropriate, labeled container and sending it to an authorized disposal facility or hazardous waste stream according to local, state, and federal rules. This protects water, soil, and air, and keeps workers safe. Options like dumping into drains skip containment and pollute drainage systems; disposing with regular trash can contaminate municipal waste streams and is often illegal; incinerating without the necessary permits is unsafe and requires controlled facilities to manage emissions and residues. So the best practice is proper disposal, which ensures safety and compliance.