Household Hazardous Waste Day
Date: Saturday, June 5, 2010
Time: 8:00 A.M.-12:00 Noon
Place: Highway Dept., 1555 King Philip Street
Who: Raynham Residents
Proof of Residency Required
(Driver’s License, Registration, Etc)
What To Bring
Unneeded household hazardous waste in sealed containers (use original containers when possible).
• Oil Paints
• Stains, Thinners & Strippers
• Solvents & Varnishes
• Adhesives, Glues, Resins
• Waste Fuels (Kerosene, Gasoline)
• Engine Degreaser, Brake Fluid
• Transmission Fluid
• Poisons, Insecticides, Weed Killers
• Wood Preservatives
• Hobby Supplies, Artist Supplies
• Photo Chemicals, Chemistry Sets
• Cleaners, Spot Removers
• Swimming Pool Chemicals
• Car Batteries, Dry Cell Batteries
• Aerosol Cans
• Pesticides
• Nicad Batteries
• Hearing Aid (Button) Batteries
• Latex Paint
• Propane Cylinders
What Not To Bring
•Unknown Compressed Gas Cylinders
• Ammunition, Fireworks, Explosives
• Prescription Medicines/Syringes
• Infectious & Biological Waste
• Radioactive Waste
To Ensure Safety, Please:
•Tighten caps and lids leaving materials in original labeled containers.
•Pack containers in sturdy upright boxes and pad with newspaper.
•Sort and pack separately: paint, pesticides, household cleaners.
•NEVER MIX CHEMICALS!
•Pack your vehicle and go directly to the site. NEVER SMOKE while handling hazardous materials.
•Do not place waste in a garbage bag.
First Come, First Served
It’s best to show up early – the Town has a limited budget for this event, and if / when the allotted amount is spent, the event will be shut down.
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