The effect of Industrial waste disposal on lake fish and the subsequent health risks

The study analysed the content of Fe, Cu, Cd, Cr and Pb in several species of fish taken from three lakes close to disposal of industrial waste in Indonesia. The samples were analysed and compared with raw data of the National Standardisation Agency. Univariate analysis was performed by data distribution for each variable. Individual characteristics of respondents were measured as well as the intake of respondents to obtain a Risk Quotation (RQ) of studied fish.

Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
The aim of this study is to investigate the content of metals in fish taken from lakes that are in close proximity of the disposal of industrial waste in Indonesia.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

1. The effect of industrial effluent disposal on water quality
2. The effect of heavy metal disposal on fish species and the health of people consuming these fish
3. The safe levels of heavy metals in fish for human consumption.

Instructions for this Module

• Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
• You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
• The pass grade is 70%;
• You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
• Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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