What are the environmental regulations I need to be aware of when disposing of household trash?
What are the environmental regulations I need to be aware of when disposing of household trash?
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When disposing of household trash, it is important to be aware of both federal and local environmental regulations. The most important measure is to make sure all items in the trash are appropriately bagged and labeled. Also, hazardous materials should be disposed of separately according to proper protocol. For example, fluorescent lightbulbs must be disposed of through a designated recycling program instead of placed in regular trash bags. Additionally, some towns require a subscription service for residents who want their trash picked up by the town’s sanitation department; failure to adhere to these regulations could result in fines from the relevant governing bodies.
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What are the environmental regulations I need to be aware of when disposing of household trash?
user
Be mindful of local, state and federal environmental regulations for household trash disposal. To protect public health and the environment, household trash should not be disposed of improperly such as dumping in rivers or onto land that is not approved for disposal. In addition to following specific regulations regarding container size and where they can be placed, proper methods for disposing of trash include regularly scheduling curbside pickup, taking items to an approved landfill or transfer station and/or incinerating them at an approved treatment facility.
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