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Fluorescent light ballasts

Disposal guidance for households

  Accepted at hazardous waste collection sites

Older fluorescent light ballasts may contain polychlorinated biphenyl's (PCBs). Wear gloves while handling PCB ballasts Please double bag all light ballasts and seal with duct tape. Handle leaking PCB ballasts with extreme caution to avoid exposure and contamination. There is a quantity limit of 20 fluorescent light ballasts per trip.

  • All containers must be 5 gallons or less
  • Total waste limit: 50 gallons per trip
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