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Hazardous Household Waste

Proper household hazardous waste (HHW) management is an integral part of protecting the land, air, and water systems. Household products that contain hazardous components can have adverse effects on the environment and require special awareness, handling and disposal.

What qualifies as HHW?

poisons
motor oils
flammable liquids
antifreeze
corrosives

paint products
automobile fluids
fluorescent lamps
batteries

HHW can be safely disposed of at the:
Toxic Round Up Corral
5125 NE 63rd AVE
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 334-0440

The proper storage of HHW is just as important as it's proper disposal. Follow these tips for safe storage:

check all containers for leaks or rust holes
do not mix different or unknown materials together
label all containers
store materials in a secure place out of the reach of children and away from rain and heat
handle all materials carefully to minimize the risk of exposure
if a leak occurs, clean up spills with an oil-absorbant material, such as cat litter

buy only the need quantity of products

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