Environmental protection measures (Range Rover 3)

General remarks

This section provides general information that will help reduce the harmful impact on the environment from vehicle maintenance and repair.

Harmful emissions into the atmosphere

Many works performed during car maintenance and repair involve the emission of gases and vapors into the atmosphere, which contribute to the greenhouse effect, destruction of the ozone layer and the formation of smog. With proper organization of repair works, the emission of these gases and vapors will be minimal, which will reduce the harmful impact on the environment.

Vehicle exhaust emissions

Many repair and maintenance jobs require starting the engine. The exhaust gases must then be sucked out and released into the atmosphere. At the same time, the engine operating time must be reduced to the minimum possible. This will reduce harmful emissions and reduce the inconvenience to people living nearby.

Solvents

Some of the cleaners used contain solvents. If handled carelessly, the solvents will evaporate and saturate the air in the rooms. Solvents may also evaporate from loosely closed bottles. All containers in which solvents are stored must have tightly closing lids. Avoid excessive consumption of solvents during work. Alternative substitutes can be used instead of widely used solvents. Many paints and varnishes also contain solvents, so the consumption of paints and varnishes during painting should be minimized.

Refrigerants

Legislation prohibits the release of any refrigerants into the atmosphere. Release and replacement of refrigerants must be carried out using specially provided equipment.

Checklist

Always follow the instructions below.

Engines:

• Do not allow engines to run unnecessarily.;
• Organize repair processes so that engines operate for the minimum necessary time. Monitor the direction in which exhaust gases are discharged from the boxes.

Operating materials:

• Ensure that vials containing solvents are stored in tightly sealed containers.;
• Avoid overuse of solvents;
• Consider replacing solvents with alternative materials;
• Minimize the consumption of paints and varnishes.

Emissions of harmful gases:

• Use only special equipment to collect refrigerants.;
• Do not allow rubber products to be burned.

Discharge into sewer

Most service centers have two sewer systems: rainwater drainage and city sewerage. Rainwater drainage provides for the discharge of clean water, while polluted water can be discharged into the city sewerage.

You can dump household waste into the city sewer system, but under no circumstances should you dump: oils, gasoline, solvents, acids, brake fluid, antifreeze and other technical liquids. For any questions that arise, first consult with the service company.

Take all precautions to prevent oil, fuel, solvents and other technical liquids from entering the sewer. Work with technical and operational liquids should be carried out in special rooms, the layout of which does not allow special liquids to enter the drain funnels. In case of a spill of special liquids, the spill site should be immediately localized and cleaned up. A special kit for cleaning up spilled liquids will make the task much easier.

Additional precautions:

Check if your service center has oil separators connected to the drain funnels. These devices will reduce the negative consequences in case of emergency. Oil separators require regular maintenance.

Checklist

Always follow the instructions below.

Drainage into the sewer:

• Before discharging into the sewer, make sure that the discharge does not contain substances prohibited for discharge into the sewer, and also that such discharge does not contravene local legislation.
• Ensure regular maintenance of drain traps (oil separators).

Measures to prevent spills of technical fluids:

• Technical fluids must be stored in a specially designed room.;
• Make sure that container lids are securely fastened when closed and cannot be opened accidentally.;
• Taps on large containers for storing technical liquids and oils must have shut-off devices that prevent vandalism;
• Pouring liquids from one container to another should be done away from unprotected sewer funnels.;
• Ensure that all employees securely close containers of technical fluids after use.;
• Ensure that spill kits are available in close proximity to areas where technical fluids are stored and handled.

Special kits for cleaning up spilled liquids

Special materials are produced for cleaning up spilled liquids. They are usually available in the form of granules, completely ready for use. They are sold in ordinary containers and packages and are subject to storage. The disposal of these materials is described in detail in the section "Waste disposal".

Use of land resources

Oils, fuels, solvents and other technical liquids poison the soil when introduced into it. These liquids should never be disposed of by dumping them into the soil layer. All precautions must be taken to prevent their accidental entry into the soil. If containers with materials to be disposed of are stored in open areas, the liquids contained in them may leak or be washed away by precipitation and then enter the soil layer. Store these materials in appropriate containers that do not allow such leaks.

Checklist

Always follow the instructions below.

• Do not allow technical liquids to enter the soil layer.;
• Do not store containers with materials to be disposed of in open areas without a hard surface, see "Preventing spills of technical fluids".

Issues requiring legal approval

Some service centers may obtain the consent of the service company to discharge car wash wastewater into the sewer. In this case, it is necessary to find out about the permitted substances that may be present in the discharge, as well as to familiarize yourself with the results of the inspection carried out by the service company.

If a car painting section is organized in the service center, it may be necessary to obtain a license from local government bodies to conduct this activity. After receiving the license, it is necessary to constantly monitor compliance with the conditions for granting the license. It is necessary to familiarize yourself with the periodic checks of emissions into the atmosphere.

Checklist

Always follow the instructions below.

• Find out what permits and licenses you need to obtain to organize a particular type of activity;
• Do not allow the content of harmful substances in wastewater and atmospheric emissions to exceed limits.

Interaction with the immediate environment

Permanent residents of the areas adjacent to the service center are especially concerned about your compliance with environmental legislation. The degree of conflict depends on the proximity of the center to the inhabited area, on the layout and the number of services you provide.

Noise is the main negative factor for surrounding residents. It is necessary to pay attention to the time of work associated with increased noise levels, as well as to the place where they are carried out.

Work related to checking security alarms, bodywork and other work with a high noise level should be carried out indoors with closed doors and windows. If these works cannot be carried out indoors, they should be carried out in the sector most remote from residential buildings.

Starting engines outdoors causes inconvenience to surrounding residents due to the noise and emissions of harmful substances.

Pay attention to the time of day when work with increased noise levels is carried out; try to reduce the noise level as much as possible, especially early in the morning and late in the evening.

Work with toxic and volatile substances can also become a subject of conflict. Progressive methods that reduce the consumption of solvents, paints and gasoline will help reduce the conflict situation.



Residents of nearby houses, as well as other commercial organizations, have a negative attitude towards traffic jams, increased noise levels and emissions of harmful substances. Pay attention to this and try to reduce the inconvenience you cause. Efficient and coordinated work of the customer service, reception bureau and technical personnel of the service center is a reliable guarantee of this.

Checklist

Always follow the instructions below.

• Find out the composition of neighboring estates; location of residential buildings;
• Take measures to maximize the reduction of noise, emissions of harmful substances and eliminate traffic difficulties;
• Maintain cleanliness and order on the territory of the center, organize separate collection of solid waste;
• Take out trash containers regularly.

Resource Usage

One of the aspects of environmental policy is the reduction of consumption of materials and electricity.

To produce electricity for heating, lighting and compressed air, energy resources are consumed and harmful substances are formed.

The fuel used for heating, refueling cars or running diesel generators is a non-renewable natural resource, the extraction and processing of which, in turn, requires a lot of energy.

Before reaching the consumer, water must be purified, pass through a system of pipelines, and then end up in the sewer. At each stage, energy is expended and harmful substances are formed.

Lubricating oils, spare parts, paints and varnishes - all of them have gone through the stage of industrial production, which means that energy was consumed and harmful substances were formed in the process of their production.; after the end of their useful life, the problem of disposal will arise.

Checklist

Always follow the instructions below.

Electricity and heating:

• During the cold season, do not allow heat loss through loosely closed doors and windows.;
• Turn off lights and equipment when not in use.;
• Use energy-efficient heating systems;
• Turn off office equipment when not in use.;

Fuels:

• Do not allow engines to run unnecessarily.;
• Try to plan your trips wisely and drive in an economical mode.

Water:

• Do not leave water taps in the open position.;
• Eliminate leaks promptly and avoid wasteful losses.

Compressed air:

• Do not leave compressed air line valves in the open position.;
• Fix leaks promptly;
• Switch off compressor units when there is no need to supply compressed air.

Use of materials that pose an environmental hazard:

• Try to find a less environmentally hazardous substitute material.

Storage and handling of consumables:

• Equip a special room for storing liquids. The requirements for its equipment are listed above.;
• Store supplies in a place protected from the environment. Be aware of the danger of freezing some products.

Waste disposal

One of the most effective ways to reduce environmental hazards is proper organization of waste collection, storage and disposal. Legislation prohibits unauthorized waste removal. Organizations that remove waste must have the necessary licenses. Waste disposal must be carried out only at special plants or landfills. This means that it is necessary not only to monitor the composition of the waste, but also to have the necessary permits and licenses.

Storage and handling of waste

Ensure that liquid waste is not discharged into drains or onto the ground. Waste storage should be organised in such a way as to avoid waste entering the soil, surface water and airspace.



Separate collection of waste should be organized: oils, metal, scrap batteries, removed and scrapped automobile units. This will prevent unwanted contact of various substances in the waste and facilitate their further disposal.

Waste disposal

Waste disposal must be carried out by specialized organizations by waste type and having the necessary licenses. Waste disposal must be accompanied by the execution of all necessary primary documents. The organization carrying out waste disposal is responsible for the delivery of waste to special plants or landfills.

Waste disposal should be carried out in accordance with the following recommendations.

• Fuels, hydraulic fluids, antifreezes and oils: ensure their separate collection and disposal under an agreement with an authorized contractor.
• Refrigerants: must be replaced using special equipment that allows for reuse.
• Detergents: Can be flushed down the drain if properly diluted with water.
• Paints and varnishes, solvents: ensure their separate collection and disposal under an agreement with a permitted contractor.
• Components: depending on the conditions, are subject to postal delivery to the manufacturer for defect elimination or disassembly into spare parts and defect detection. Unclaimed remains are disposed of in the usual way.
• Spare parts: subject to disassembly and defect detection. Unclaimed remains are disposed of in the usual way.
• Metals: may be sold to recyclers with separate collection. Tires: ensure their separate collection and disposal under a contract with a licensed contractor.
• Containers and packaging: ensure compact transportation and dispose of in the usual way.
• Asbestos-containing components: ensure their separate collection and disposal under a contract with a permitted contractor.
• Oily rags and spill granules: ensure separate collection and disposal by agreement with a licensed contractor.
• Air filters: ensure their separate collection and disposal under a contract with a licensed contractor. Rubber and plastic products: disposed of in the usual way.
• Hoses: disposed of in the usual way.
• Batteries: Ensure separate collection and disposal through a contract with an approved contractor.
• Airbags and explosives: Ensure separate collection and disposal through a contract with an approved contractor.
• Electrical equipment components: depending on the conditions, are subject to postal delivery to the manufacturer for defect elimination or disassembly into spare parts and defect detection. Unclaimed remains are disposed of in the usual way.
• Electronic equipment components: depending on the conditions, are subject to postal delivery to the manufacturer for defect elimination or disassembly into spare parts and defect detection. Unclaimed remains are disposed of in the usual way.
• Catalytic converters: they can be sold to waste collectors for separate collection.
• Spill control granules: ensure separate collection and disposal by agreement with a licensed contractor.
• Office waste: paper and copier cartridges can be reused. Unclaimed remains are disposed of in the usual way.