What are the hazards associated with Compact Fluorescent Bulbs (CFLs)?
Be aware that two common hazards associated to CFL bulbs are related to mercury content and fire safety. Note that the bulbs being distributed by Project Porchlight and those available in stores are Canadian Standards Association (CSA) approved and are safe for use. CFLs and Mercury: How to dispose of CFL bulbs properly The bulbs have a very small amount of mercury. It is important that CFL bulbs not be thrown in the regular garbage. All household hazardous waste (CFL bulbs, batteries, old cell phones, etc.) should be disposed of properly. You can also bring spent bulbs to RONA, Home Depot and IKEA Calgary stores. CFLs and Fire Hazards Using CFL bulbs in your home does not pose a fire hazard, and actually reduces the threat of fire caused by lighting fixtures because CFL bulbs operate at lower temperatures than incandescent bulbs. Many fires have been caused by high wattage incandescent bulbs in ceiling fixtures melting insulation on wires, leading to electrical arcing. CFL bulbs, rega
