Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
Saturday, July 21st
8 AM to 2 PM
Thomaston High School
A Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Day is scheduled for Naugatuck and surrounding towns on Saturday, July 21, 2012 from 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. The event will be held at Thomaston High School, 185 Branch Rd. (Rte 109) Thomaston. This year's 3rd event will be held on Sept. 29th at the Beacon Falls Firehouse, 35 North Main St. Beacon Falls
There is no charge to residents. Proof of residency, such as a driver’s license, tax bill, or other identification, is required for entrance. The collection starts promptly at 8:00 A.M. There is no need to line up before 8:00 A.M.
Examples of wastes that will be accepted include: alkaline batteries, mercury thermometers, drain and oven cleaners, upholstery cleaners, oil or lead-based paint (alkyd), wood cleaners, strippers and varnishes, pesticides, poisons, pool and photo chemicals, automotive cleaners and fluids, grease and rust solvents, aerosols, and metal polishes.
Items that will not be accepted include: LATEX PAINT (water-based), auto batteries, motor oil, antifreeze, propane tanks, compressed gas cylinders, asbestos, smoke detectors, explosives, radioactive or medical waste, grout, joint compound, and empty containers of any kind. The contractor reserves the right to reject additional materials. (auto batteries, motor oil, antifreeze, and propane tanks are all accepted at the Recycling Center)
Household hazardous wastes are any wastes produced in the home that are poisonous, flammable, reactive, or corrosive. These wastes are harmful to human health and the environment if not disposed of properly. The goal of the program is to keep potentially hazardous waste out of local landfills and sewers, providing extra protection for wetlands and waterways.