My home has accumulated a lot of hazardous waste, such as paint and pesticide containers, how can I dispose of them without proper permits or knowledge of safe disposal methods?
My home has accumulated a lot of hazardous waste, such as paint and pesticide containers, how can I dispose of them without proper permits or knowledge of safe disposal methods?
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Household hazardous waste (HHW) can be taken to a household hazardous waste collection center in your area. Find out where the nearest collection center is by contacting your city or local government. There may also be opportunities for educational sessions on how to safely store and dispose of HHW items in the future, or check with local hardware stores who might offer assistance as well.
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My home has accumulated a lot of hazardous waste, such as paint and pesticide containers, how can I dispose of them without proper permits or knowledge of safe disposal methods?
user
Contact your local environmental health, pollution control or hazardous materials office and inquire about available disposal programs. Many communities offer collections events for household hazardous waste or have take-back programs for specific products such as paint and pesticides. If you cannot participate in a community program, make sure to double-check the instructions on any product container before discarding it to make sure that it is being disposed of properly.
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