Universal Wastes

Most marinas have fluorescent bulbs, antifreeze and, possibly, pesticides to manage. These items can be managed according to the Universal Waste guidelines. To find out how you can properly manage these items, and remove them from your hazardous waste generator status, click on the link below.

Universal Wastes are a special group of hazardous wastes that are generated by all segments of the population and, unfortunately, often improperly disposed by the people who generate them. In an effort to make it easier and more cost effective to properly manage these wastes, the "Universal Waste Rules" exempts the wastes from the more burdensome Hazardous Waste Rules requirements, as long as they are managed to prevent release to the environment and properly recycled or disposed.

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Updated: December, 2004