The Westlake Fire Department has responded to several fires over the last few years that were caused by the improper storage and disposal of oily rags after they had been used for staining cabinets ...

Chemical Waste is defined as solid, liquid and gaseous, hazardous chemicals, as well as wastes contaminated with hazardous chemicals. Examples include: Confirm identity. If still useful see Recyclable ...

Be prepared for state hazardous waste inspections. Who inspects our waste accumulation areas and why? The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) periodically conducts compliance ...

All hazardous chemical waste containers must be labeled with the contents. Labels are available and instructions are listed on the back. Failure to list the contents can lead to a material becoming an ...

Katherine Gallagher is a writer and sustainability expert. She holds a B.A. in English Literature from Chapman University and a Sustainable Tourism certificate from the GSTC. Household hazardous waste ...

FLORIDA (WMBB) – Waste Management has offered safety tips on the proper disposal of flammable household waste for the upcoming holiday weekend. “This time of year, hot barbecue coals, ashes and other ...