Household Hazardous Waste:
Common household products containing hazardous materials may pose a threat to people and the environment, especially when handled and managed improperly. This guide is intended to help answer phone questions from the public and serve as a guide for safe handling and management of many hazardous products and waste.
When managing household hazardous products, there are two basic principles to keep in mind:
- Whenever possible, use up a product or donate it to someone who can. In many cases even products that have been stored for a few years can still be safely used according to label directions. In addition, some wastes can be regenerated or recycled, such as used motor oils, solvents, and car batteries.
- Buy the smallest amount of material needed to get the job done. Also, substitute a hazardous product with a non-hazardous alternative.
- If you can't do one of the two above, then learn how to properly dispose of household hazardous waste which will minimize the impact on the environment.
- A Guide to Household Hazardous Waste
- Solid Waste Landfill list
Contact:
For more information about Household Hazardous Waste, please contact Sam Schroyer at (801)-538-6170 or email him at sschroyer@utah.gov.
