EN 12461:1998

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Definitions
3 Waste management policy
4 Characterization of waste stream
5 Establishment of procedures
6 Waste treatment methods
7 Risk management
Annex A (informative) Examples of a continuous effluent
        sterilization by a thermal inactivation system
Annex B (informative) Examples of application of
        disinfectants
Annex C (informative) Bibliography

This European Standard gives guidance on the assessment and the selection of procedures for treatment of waste process microorganisms from biotechnological plant to ensure the safety of people and environment. This European Standard applies to wastes and effluents (solid, liquid and gaseous) emitted from biotechnological processes which include traditional processes such as brewing or food processing, fermentation of pharmaceutical and chemical products as well as biotechnological processes for environmental and agricultural application.