FREE HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION 

Saturday, April 13

9:00am – 2:00pm

Greens Farm RR Station (Parking Lot 1)

Open and free to Westport, Norwalk, New Canaan, Darien, Stamford, & Greenwich Residents

Many common household items (ex. cleaners, gasoline, pesticides) are considered hazardous wastes because they contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable, or reactive ingredients. When these types of products are disposed of improperly, they can enter our water or solid waste stream, polluting the environment and jeopardizing public health. Swipe for a list of common hazardous chemicals you may have in your home.

Before bringing hazardous household items to the collection site:

• Make sure items are clearly labeled and NEVER MIX CHEMICALS. Incompatible products may react, ignite, or explode, and mixed waste may become not recyclable.
• Keep products in original labeled container.
• Place leaky containers in clear plastic bags.
• Tighten lids of all containers and pack items in sturdy cardboard boxes lined with newspaper.
• Put boxes in the trunk or in the back of the vehicle away from passengers.
• Leave pets and children home when bringing hazardous materials for collection.
• Keep your windows open and drive directly to the collection site.
• Do not smoke or eat while handling hazardous materials.