ammonia
detergents
drain cleaners
floor wax
furniture polish
metal polish
mothballs
oven cleaners
septic tank cleaners
spot removers
window cleaners
aerosol sprays
nail polish remover
toilet bowl cleaners
tub & tile cleaners
artificial dyes
glues & cements
household batteries
paints & stains
photo chemicals
pool chemicals
stain & varnish removers
thermometers
turpentine & paint removers
varnish wood sealers
brake fluid
car & truck batteries
lighter fluid
motor oil
transmission fluid
fungicides
herbicides
insect repellents
pesticides | - IDENTIFY THEM: Look for the following words and phrases on labels:
WARNING * CAUTION * DANGER Flammable, Volatile, Toxic, Corrosive, Caustic, Reactive, Poison, Contains Phosphates, Eye Irritant, Harmful if Swallowed, Do Not Mix, Wear Rubber Gloves. - USE UP ENTIRELY: Always read labels and follow directions carefully. If you can't use a product up, try to find a neighbor, friend, or community organization that can.
- STORE IN A COOL DRY PLACE: Between collection events or trips to the recycling center, keep all hazardous products in original containers with lids fastened securely. Do not mix, combine, or consolidate them.
- RECYCLE OR TAKE TO COLLECTION SITE: Never throw hazardous products away with your regular trash. Motor oil, brake and transmission fluid, antifreeze, and car batteries can be recycled at most service stations.
- USE ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE PRODUCTS: Use latex paints instead of oil based paints. Look for products that say: Environmentally safe, Biodegradable, Contains no phosphorous, Non-toxic, or Non-corrosive.
- DON'T LET PRODUCTS GO TO WASTE: Buy only what is needed to do the job. Avoid over-purchasing with the thought that it can used later.
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