Community Action 100: Dispose of Hazardous Waste Properly
The Idea: Use an authorized collection, drop-off, or take-back program for household products that may be dangerous to people, animals, sanitation workers, property, or the environment.
Why It Matters: Paint, pesticides, automotive fluids, batteries, chemicals, propane cylinders, fluorescent bulbs, electronics, medications, and other hazardous materials may cause fires, injuries, contamination, or toxic exposure when placed in ordinary trash, recycling, drains, or soil.
Try It Today: Visit your city’s, county’s, or waste provider’s official website to identify one hazardous item in your home and learn how it should be handled.
Make It Work for You: Keep products in their original labeled containers when possible, prevent leaks, and never mix unknown substances. Follow official limits, packaging rules, appointment requirements, and transportation instructions. Do not leave materials outside a closed facility or give them to an unauthorized collector.
Take It Further: Create a secure household storage area away from children, pets, food, heat, and ignition sources, and schedule periodic authorized disposal.
Community Connection: Public safety, environmental protection, sanitation, and responsible waste management
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