What is the safest way to transport waste from my home?
• Use gloves when handling hazardous chemicals. • Keep chemicals in their original containers. • Ensure containers are clearly labeled and well sealed. Attach your own label if the label has fallen off. Only label the container if you are sure of the name of the chemical. Do not guess. • Do not mix chemicals. Apart from making disposal difficult you will increase the risk of being exposed to the chemical and in extreme cases mixing of incompatible chemicals can lead to violent chemical reaction such as fire or explosion. • Transport in the trunk of your vehicle or preferably in the back of a truck or trailer. • Do not transport in the passenger compartment a fallen or leaking container may fill the interior with dangerous vapour. • Travel with your car windows down if carrying flammable or odorous materials. • Secure containers so they don’t fall over or leak. Ensure lids are tightly fitted. Place containers of liquids in a tray or plastic bucket so they do not spill or fall over. Pack
