Universal Waste Handler/Recycler
Universal wastes are hazardous wastes generated by a variety of people that may not be discarded in the trash. These wastes include, but are not limited to batteries, fluorescent tubes, some electronic devices, and mercury containing devices. Additional Documents to assist Generators, Handlers, and Recyclers
*** Current emergency regulations are still in effect now until May 2010.
Review the Fact Sheet for Managing Universal Waste Read Chapter 23 of Title 22 for Managing Universal Wastes Or review entire Title 22 for all requirements including the proper management of Hazardous Wastes. Do you have questions regarding Hazardous Wastes? Go to the Hazardous Waste webpage.
Don't like reading Regulations? Try reviewing our table summary to answer some of your questions. Summary of Universal Waste Handler Requirements
Fluorescent Lamps and Tubes Broken lamps can release mercury to the air and water. Recycle or bring them to a household hazardous waste collection facility and keep them out of the trash. This includes fluorescent tubes, compact fluorescent lamps, metals halide lamps and sodium vapor lamps. Online Training: Managing Waste Mercury Lamps Report: Best Management Practices for Managing Spent Fluorescent Lamps - January 2005 Fact Sheet: It is Illegal for Most Firms to Discard Fluorescent Light Tubes in the Trash! - May 2007 Aerosol Cans Most aerosol cans use a hydrocarbon propellant, which is very flammable. Non-empty aerosol cans may be classified as hazardous wastes for several reasons: the pressurized contents may explode when heated; the propellant may be ignitable or toxic; or the product itself may be ignitable, corrosive or toxic. Fact Sheet: SB 1158 Designates Aerosol Cans as Universal Waste Electronic Waste Electronic wastes are universal wastes, but they are subject to some additional rules. Many types of electronic products contain hazardous substances like lead and heavy metals. Still not finding what you're looking for? Try our FAQ's
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