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Alkalies

Bases (also called Alkalies or alkalines) are found in several household bleach, ammonia, drain cleaners, and oven cleaners. Bases have a pH range of 7.1 to 14.0 to 6.9, are corrosive and may cause severe skin irritations or burns on contact with living tissue. Bases should be disposed of as a hazardous waste

FREE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE (HHW) DISPOSAL

If you live in Clark County or one of its cities, you may dispose of unwanted household hazardous waste products at any of the following HHW collection sites or events. Eligible senior and citizens with disabilities who are unable to transport HHW to a collection site or event may call (360) 397-6118 ext. 4352 to see if they qualify for a free home pick up. Business-generated hazardous waste will not be accepted.

To dispose of your HHW products at a county-sponsored disposal site:

DO:
• Keep HHW products separate (do not mix).
• Bring products in their original containers when possible.
• Seal products to prevent leaks and spills.
• Keep products away from the driver and passengers, i.e., in a trunk, truck bed, or trailer.
• Keep children and pets away from collection sites and events.

DO NOT:
• Exceed 25 gallons or 220 pounds of HHW per event.
• Bring unlabeled, empty or leaking containers, asbestos, explosives or ammunition, radioactive or infectious waste, or business-generated waste to the collection site.

CENTRAL TRANSFER AND RECYCLING CENTER
WEST VAN MATERIALS RECOVERY CENTER
PHILIP SERVICES CORPORATION
MOBILE COLLECTION EVENTS




 


 

 

 

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Clark County Public Works - Recycling and Solid Waste Program:
Anita Largent, Manager

Street Address: 1300 Franklin Street, 1st Floor, Vancouver, WA 98660
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9810, Vancouver, WA 98666-9810
Main phone: (360) 397-6118 ext. 4352 | Fax: (360) 397-2062
TTY: (360) 397-6057
E-mail: solidwaste@clark.wa.gov

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