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Wastewater treatment plants are only designed to treat common household wastes. Although prohibited, other wastes such as hazardous chemicals, gasoline, oil, paints and heavy metals can get into the sanitary sewer system. These can pose serious problems by upsetting the treatment process or result in unacceptably high contaminant levels in the remaining biosolids.
One of the biggest household threats comes from the improper disposal of hazardous wastes. Strong cleaners, paints and solvents, engine oil, gasoline and even old medicines should all be put aside for disposal at a Household Hazardous Waste Depot. Keep an eye on your local newspaper or call us at
1-877-464-9675 (or your local Municipality) to find out the location of the nearest Household Hazardous Waste Depot.
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