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Household Hazardous Waste

What are household hazardous products?
Household products are hazardous if they include ingredients that, when improperly managed, pose dangers to human health or the environment. A variety of household products are hazardous. Motor oil, pesticides, oil-based paints, mothballs, flea collars, weed killers, medicine, and household cleaners may seem like everyday items, but are examples of household hazardous products.

Specifically, a substance is considered hazardous if it is corrosive, explosive, flammable, or if it contains toxic chemicals or any other potentially harmful materials

As a member of a household you play a critical role in :

1) Reducing the amount of household hazardous waste generated &
2) Its proper disposal

The improper disposal of these household hazardous products in our backyards, down the drain, or in landfills is an issue of growing concern. Household hazardous products that are improperly used, stored or disposed can enter groundwater and surface water supplies and can be harmful to your health.


Household Hazardous Waste Factsheet

Tips for Proper Use, Storage and Disposal

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