Where can I get information on the handling regulations of used oil?
P.E.I. has had regulations that govern the collection and disposal of Used Oil since 1992. The Used Oil Handling Regulations is available for download as a PDF file. Information on the used oil program is provided below. What is used oil? Used oil is oil that has been used for lubricating or other purposes, and has become unsuitable for its original use because of the presence of impurities or loss of its original properties. Used oil is not “waste oil.” It is a recoverable, recyclable resource. Used oils include: • engine, turbine or gear lubricating oils; • hydraulic and transmission fluids; • metalworking fluids used in cutting, grinding, machining, rolling, stamping and coating. Why recycle used oil? Recycling used oil protects the environment against needless pollution. One litre of oil released into the environment can pollute 1,000,000 litres of drinking water. Oil is a non-renewable resource and recycling lessens the demand on our natural resources. Recycling used oil demonstra
