IN Peters Township December 2018/January 2019

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL This chart shows the typical HHW we collect that must be placed inside the Kit for collection. And, the chart shows the HHW that may be placed outside the Kit. Unacceptable Waste Examples of Acceptable HHW that MUST be placed inside the Kit Bag Automotive Products Antifreeze Brake Fluid Cleaner Hydraulic Fluid Transmission fluid Motor Oil Oil filter Polish Wax Gasoline Diesel fuel Paint Products Latex Oil-based Thinners Artist’s paint Spray paint Stain Sealer Caulk Mercury Thermostats Thermometers Switches Household Cleaners Ammonia Cleaning Compounds Floor Stripper Drain Cleaner Tile/shower cleaner Rust Remover Flammable & Combustible Products Kerosene Solvent Certain cleaners Garden Chemicals Insect Sprays Weed Killers Herbicide Fertilizer Pesticides Swimming Pool Chemicals Pool Acid Chlorine: tablets, liquid Misc. Household Batteries Hobby Glue Acceptable HHW for Outside the Kit Bag Vehicle Batteries Up to 4 Fluorescent Tubes and CFL’s Televisions Up to 10 Up to 1 (placed inside their original sheaths or taped together) One Computer System: 1 each- (with circuit Boards): CPU/tower Monitor Keyboard Mouse Desktop printer Electronics Up to 25 lbs. Waste improperly packaged for transportation All medicines Biological waste Empty containers Construction waste Asbestos Smoke detectors Tires Unknown waste Radioactive waste Pressurized cylinders Fire extinguishers Ammunition Explosives Leaking containers Unlabeled containers Waste in containers over 5 gallons Business supplies from homes Commercial products Trash, including bulky wastes E-cigarettes HHW THAT WILL NOT BE COLLECTED : We do not collect any HHW in unlabeled or leaking containers. If you have questions about proper disposal methods for un-acceptable waste, commercial chemicals or household hazardous waste in containers larger than five gallons in size, please contact the Operations Service Center (800) 449-7587. As of January 1, 2019, Peters Township residents will have a convenient new opportunity to dispose of Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) – safely, easily, and responsibility. The new program is called At Your Door Special Collection, a residential service offered by Waste Management to provide year- round collections for HHW. Be on the lookout for a mailing from Waste Management which will detail the process of how to schedule a HHW pickup. ©WM Curbside, LLC There will be no extra fees for this service; the HHW program is included with your normal quarterly bill. Information on this program will also be posted on Peters Township’s website, www.peterstownship.com. This program will replace the HWW collection that was held every other year at the Public Works Building. ELECTRONICS RECYCLING As of January 1, 2019, Peters Township residents will have a new opportunity to dispose of electronic devices. Be on the lookout for a mailing from Waste Management which will detail the process of how to schedule an electronic recycling pickup. The items will be picked up at your doorstop and properly recycled. The electronic devices eligible for this service include televisions, computers, printers, and various other items. Please 12 PETERS TOWNSHIP consult the Waste Management mailer for complete details. Information on this program will also be posted on Peters Township’s website, www.peterstownship.com. There will be no extra fees for this service; the electronic recycling program is included with your normal quarterly bill. This program will replace the drop off program at the Public Works Building.

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