| Proper Disposal of Hazardous Materials |
Unfortunately, not all trash is safe to be disposed of in your curb-it. In order to prevent injuries to the public or WMU employees and protect our environment, we offer the follwing information regarding the proper disposal methods for various hazardous materials:
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Used Paint
Add a thickener such as sand, dirt, or cat litter to the paint and allow it to solidify. Once solid, leave the lid off and dispose of in your curb-it. Do no put used paint in your curb-it until it is solid.
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Sharps (syringes, needles, lancets, etc.)
Use a sharps container and dispose of at a facility that takes Medical Waste.
NEVER place sharps lossely in your curb-it or trash bags.
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Used Motor Oil
Drain the used oil into an unbreakable, sealable container (milk jug, etc.) Do not use a container that has held household chemicals. Take the used oil to a collection center (Advanced Auto Parts, 1911 Bypass Road) for proper disposal.
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If you are in doubt as to the proper disposal method for any household waste, please contact the solid waste department at (859) 744-1170.
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