Description
Technologies used for the treatment and processing of waste which involve high temperatures, and the processes involving the combustion of waste materials and energy recovery from waste treatment.
Alternative labels
waste incineration
waste burning
typology of thermal treatment
burning of waste
thermal treatment technologies
types of thermal treatment
incineration of waste
kinds of thermal treatment
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Thermal treatment is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Incinerator operator: Incinerator operators tend incineration machines which burn refuse and waste. They ensure the equipment is maintained, and that the incineration process occurs in accordance with safety regulations for the incineration of waste.
Optional knowledge
Thermal treatment is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Thermal treatment – ESCO
