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Hazardous Waste Information

South Tahoe Refuse operates a HHW collection program at our Transfer Station.

 

After making an appointment, residents can drop-off up to 15 gallons at no cost. HHW includes items such as paint, household cleaners, solvents, bleach, gasoline, motor oil, and more. HHW can present immediate and long-term threats to us and the environment and must be handled properly.
Hazardous Waste

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WHEN?

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WHAT IS HAZARDOUS WASTE?

Toxic

  • Pesticides
  • Expired medicines
  • Solvents
  • Paint strippers

Catches fire easily

  • Gasoline
  • Paints
  • Solvents

Is Reactive or Unstable Enough to Explode or Release Toxic Fumes

  • Acids
  • Bases
  • Ammonia
  • Chlorine Bleach

Is Capable of Corroding Metal Containers (Such as Tanks, Drums and Barrels)

  • Industrial Cleaning Agents
  • Oven Cleaners
  • Drain Cleaners

Home-Generated Medical Waste

  • Needles
  • Lancets
  • Syringes
  • Other “Sharps”

properly disposing of needles and sharps

Every year, Americans use over one billion sharp objects in their homes to administer health care. These “sharps” include lancets, needles and syringes. 

You can help prevent injury to our waste collection workers and protect our environment by following a few simple steps:

• When purchasing needles from your local pharmacy, either:

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Purchase mail-in needle storage containers, or

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Purchase approved red plastic medical waste containers to store needles.
  • If you cannot purchase storage containers, place and store used needles in a sturdy plastic container, such as a gallon orange juice container. Place a red bio-hazard sticker on it or mark Xs on it with a red marking pen.
  • To dispose of the container:
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Use your mail away program or
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Bring your containerized needles to the South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station on Monday through
Saturday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We will handle them separately and safely, or
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If you are unable to come by the Transfer Station, please call the main office at (530) 541-5105.

safety alert! disposal of lithium batteries

The use of lithium batteries in everyday products has increased dramatically. These batteries are highly volatile – they can explode and cause fires easily, especially if they’re damaged or mishandled. DO NOT dispose of them in your regular trash. Bring them to our facility and we’ll take care of them safely. Common items containing lithium batteries:

  • Cell phones & tablets
  • Laptops
  • Electric bikes & scooters
  • Hoverboards & one-wheels
  • E-cigarettes/vape pens
  • Battery-powered tools

WHEN?

Our Hazardous Waste Facility is staffed Tuesday – Saturday 9am-4pm. Check in with the cashier before drop-off. Please do not leave hazardous waste unattended.

costs

No Charge For:

  • Hazardous Waste – Up to 15 gals per day, based on container size 5 gal or smaller containers, sealed with lids; label, if known.
  • Residential Medical Needles- Must be containerized in a PUNCTURE RESISTANT CONTAINER with a sealed lid marked prominently with an “X” with a red marking pen.

Charges apply for volumes over the daily limit.


For special assistance, call (530) 542-8368

Waste Wizard

Type the name of a waste item and we will tell you if it is classified as hazardous waste.