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Hazardous waste includes:
- Solvents, pesticides and paint strippers
- Flammable materials, such as gasoline, paints and solvents
- Reactive or unstable materials that can explode or release toxic fumes
- Materials capable of corroding metal containers such as tanks, drums, and barrels, including industrial cleaning agents and oven and drain cleaners
This waste must be disposed of properly. Look in the Yellow Pages under "Environmental & Ecological Services" for a list of companies that handle residential and commercial hazardous materials.
| Hazardous Waste Regulations/General Information | |
| Environmental Health Division Southern Nevada Health District Underground storage tanks – (702) 759-0603 Hazardous waste audits of business – (702) 759-0600 |
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| Hazardous Waste Management Nevada Division of Environmental Protection Issues permits and investigates hazardous waste generators, disposal and transfer and enforces state and federal hazardous waste regulations. (702) 486-2850 |
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| Business Environmental Program Nevada Small Business Development Center Provides free safety and environmental assistance, including hazardous waste, regulatory, air quality and pollution prevention to small businesses throughout Nevada. (702) 866-5962 or (800) 882-3233 |
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| Poisons | |
| American Association of Poison Control Centers Emergencies: (800) 222-1222 |
Regional Poison Control Center (800) 222-1222 |
One can of motor oil can pollute up to 250,000 gallons of water. If you change your car's oil at home, take the used oil to an auto parts store that accepts used motor oil. These facilities can properly dispose of your motor oil.
Witness complaints are the most common source of information against illegal dumping. File a complaint online.
