Hazardous Waste

HHW Safe Summer

Battery Fires are on the Rise

Fire prevention starts with you, and it’s easier than you might think: 

Household Hazardous Waste

Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) is any waste from your home that you consider to be dangerous or of which you are unsure. It includes any leftover household product that is marked flammable, corrosive, explosive or poison. Common examples are propane tanks, pesticides, varnishes, paints, chemical cleaners, and batteries.

If disposed of incorrectly, materials can cause fires in collection vehicles and at the landfill, harm aquatic life, destroy sensitive ecosystems and pollute recreational sites and water supplies.  

Hazardous materials are a risk to you, waste management staff and the environment if it's disposed of incorrectly.

Home Renovation Waste

Facilities accepting renovation waste may require testing, approvals and documentation before accepting materials that commonly contain asbestos. Look into requirements before starting your renovations to make sure you understand the steps you need to take to responsible dispose of renovation waste.

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