Knowra Decontamination Decontamination Decontamination is the removal or neutralization of hazardous substances from people, equipment, or environments. Methods range from washing and physical removal to chemical treatment and containment.
Chemical Degradation : The breakdown of a chemical into simpler substances through chemical reactions. Chemical treatment can transform contaminants into less hazardous products.
Chemical Decontamination : The removal or neutralization of hazardous chemical agents from people, equipment, or environments. It addresses toxic chemicals with agents and procedures matched to their properties.
Hazardous Material : A substance or material capable of causing harm to people, property, or the environment. The substance's hazards determine the necessary protective and cleanup measures.
Secondary Contamination : The spread of hazardous material from an initially contaminated source to other people, objects, or places. Poorly controlled cleanup can transfer contaminants instead of containing them.
Adsorption : The adhesion of atoms, ions, or molecules to the surface of a solid or liquid. Sorbent materials capture contaminants on their surfaces for removal.
Radiological Decontamination : The removal of radioactive material from people, objects, or environments. It reduces contamination by radioactive particles without eliminating radioactivity itself.
Contamination : The presence of an unwanted or harmful substance in a person, object, or environment. Decontamination begins by identifying what is present and where it has spread.
Hazardous Waste : Waste that poses substantial risks to human health or the environment because of its properties. Rinsates, filters, and protective gear may become hazardous waste requiring controlled disposal.
Filtration : The separation of suspended particles from a fluid by passing it through a porous medium. Filters remove contaminated particles from air or water streams.
Biological Decontamination : The removal or inactivation of disease-causing biological agents from people, objects, or environments. It targets pathogens through physical removal, disinfection, or sterilization.
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