Hazardous Material Disposal
January 31, 2006
Filed under Resources
For a list of Disposal areas around the county – click here: Disposal Sites/Companies near you.
Hazardous Waste Disposal events – Disposal Events!
FYI-El Cajon contracts with Waste Management, Inc. to accept residents household hazardous waste for FREE and by APPOINTMENT ONLY. On the second and fourth Saturday of each month residents can drop off no more than 15 gallons, or 125 pounds, of household hazardous waste. Call 619-596-5100 to schedule an appointment time or for additional Information.
Or contact the County of San Diego County Recycling Program at 858-874-4020.
The two largest hazardous material collection and disposal companies in San Diego County are Asbury Environmental Services at (800) 748-5744 and Safety Kleen Corporation at (619) 582-5351. These companies can also make special pickups of any quantity of hazardous material for a charge.
Safe Disposal of Universal Waste
What is Universal Waste?
Universal waste (U-waste) is a type of hazardous waste that is generated by residents and businesses alike. U-waste is very common and poses a lower risk to people and the environment than other hazardous wastes. It is now being regulated under California ‘s “Universal Waste Rule,” which requires the recycling* of most types of U-waste.
(*Please note: Although most universal wastes are “recyclable,” they do not belong in your blue solid waste recycling bin. These wastes currently must be taken to proper facilities for recycling.)
Examples of Universal Waste Common Batteries (AA, AAA, C cells, D cells and button cell batteries)
Electronic Devices such as: Computer and television monitors, wireless phones, computer processing units, printers, VCRs and microwave ovens
Fluorescent light tubes and bulbs
High intensity discharge lamps
Mercury switches
Mercury thermometers
Mercury thermostats
Non-empty aerosol cans
How should I dispose of my U-waste?
If you live in one of the unincorporated areas of the County, disposal information is available at: Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facilities
If you live in a City please see our list of Contacts
Additional Disposal Options
General Recycling and Household Hazardous Waste information by ZIP Code:
www.Earth911.org
Phone: 1-877-earth911
Free Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation: www.rbrc.org
Electronics Recycling
California Integrated Waste Management Board: Electronic Product Management Directory
Resources
California Department of Toxic Substances Control: Universal Waste General Information
California Integrated Waste Management Board: Universal Waste Publications
For additional information, please call the Household Hazardous Waste Hotline, 877-713-2784.
