Many households and businesses use hazardous materials in their day to day activities. Many of these activities produce wastes that can injure or even threaten living things. These wastes are called hazardous wastes. Hazardous waste must be handled in special ways to prevent threats to human health and the environment. Paint products, solvents, some batteries, household cleaners and pesticides are typical examples. When disposed of in the municipal landfill or otherwise improperly managed, these materials have the potential of contaminating the ground water -- our drinking water supply.

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• Household Hazardous Waste
  The government does not regulate hazardous wastes generated in the home. In Florida, household hazardous waste collection centers have been established in most communities. This section includes resources and programs to help you with your hazardous waste.
• Hazardous Waste in Businesses, Government and Educational Facilities
  Hazardous waste generators are broken into three categories based upon the quantity of hazardous waste generated per month. Each category has its own special requirements for properly managing hazardous waste. In this section specific guidance will be provided to help you identity and manage your hazardous waste.
• Biennial Hazardous Waste Report - BRS Data Entry and Display Program
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