Blendon Woods Civic Association

Household Hazardous Waste Disposal

Household Hazardous Waste Disposal

To protect refuse workers and prevent landfill contamination, hazardous items such as oil based paint, harsh chemicals and gasoline should be kept out of the regular trash.

The Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO) now operates a permanent site for Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection just south of the State Fairgrounds.

PERMANENT HOUSEHOLD
HAZARDOUS WASTE LOCATION
1249 Essex Avenue, 43201.
(The corner of E. 8th and Essex Avenue).

HHW HOURS (closed on holidays)

Wednesdays 12pm-6pm
Thursdays 9am-5pm
Fridays 12pm-6pm

LATEX PAINT is no longer accepted at SWACO HHW Collections.
(This product, once dried, is not considered hazardous and can be disposed of in the trash.)

Latex paint is water soluble and can be dried out for disposal in the trash. There are paint hardeners available in stores or you can mix the paint with cat litter or sawdust. Leave the lid off to speed up the process. When the paint is dry, throw it in with your regular trash.

For more information, call (614) 871-5100 or visit www.swaco.org

In addition, the Division of Refuse Collection, in conjunction with the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio and other local communities, sponsors mobile collections in various parts of the community throughout the year.

Click here for mobile collection information and schedules.

Household Hazardous Waste

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTES ARE HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS THAT CAN CAUSE INJURY OR ARE HARMFUL IF NOT USED, STORED, OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.

These chemicals pose a threat to people (particularly children, refuse workers and firemen) pets and our environment. Soil and water pollution can result from improper disposal of HHW.

Disposal of Household Hazardous Waste

Hazardous Wastes:

acids
adhesives
alkalines
aerosols
ammunition
anti-freeze
bleach
car batteries
cleaners
cyanides
disinfectants
gas cylinders
gasoline
gun powder
herbicides
insect killers
iodine
kerosene
lighter fluids
mercury
paint
paint thinner
pesticides
polishes
pool chemicals
rat poison
solvents
strong chemicals
strong fertilizers
turpentine
used motor oil
weed killers.

There are many things in your home that can be dangerous if they are not disposed of properly. The average household in Franklin County creates 15 pounds of hazardous waste every year.

Hazardous materials cannot be put with regular trash because they can harm trash collectors and create environmental problems.

DO:

Read the label. Some products have directions for proper use, storage and disposal on the label.
Consider safer products. Baking soda makes a good scouring powder. Cedar shavings and aromatic herbs can replace mothballs.
Choose the least hazardous product and buy only what you need.
Try to use up the product. If you have some left, give it to a friend or neighbor to be used up.
Store them carefully because many products are dangerous for children and pets. Keep products in their original containers.
Take used motor oil and car batteries to local recycling centers.
Save them for free Hazardous Waste Disposal Days
Take then to SWACO's Hazardous Waste Site (See above)

DON'T:

Don't flush them down the toilet, tub, sink or sewer. This may contaminate our water supply.
Don't dump them on the ground.
Don't throw them away with regular trash.
Don't burn them.
Don't store them where children or pets can reach them.

Recipes for Safe Alternative Cleaners

Furniture Cleaner and Polish: 3 cups olive oil; 1 cup vinegar; Mix together until well blended. Use several drops of polish on a soft dry cloth and apply to furniture. Rub well to remove any excess polish. DO NOT apply to marble surfaces.

Glass Cleaner: 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1 quart water; Mix vinegar with water. Increasing the vinegar will deepen the cleaning action. Put into labeled spray bottle.

All-Purpose Cleaner: 4 tablespoons baking soda (when scrubbing/abrasive is needed); 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1 quart warm water; Dissolve baking soda in warm water. Apply with a sponge. Rinse with clean water. Flour or salt can also be used with water to form progressively more abrasive cleansers.

Useful Phone Numbers

Ohio Environmental Protection Agency - Hazardous Waste Info	644-2917
Questions about Household Hazardous Waste?	871-5100
OSU Extension - Franklin County has "recipes" for safe alternatives:	866-6900
For additional information, call the Columbus 311 Service Center:	645-3111