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Clean up your act!

Do you have a cluttered garage or basement filled with old products? Learn how to get rid of them safely and responsibly to avoid environmental hazards and accidents. Find out where to dispose of pesticides, mercury, and more without any charge. Ensure your safety by using appropriate equipment and avoiding keeping unused chemicals. Visit Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, or Michigan State University Pesticide Education for more information.

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Clean up your act!

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  1. Clean up your act! Do you have a garage or basement that looks like this? Do you know where to get rid of all of this stuff?

  2. Problems • Old products can be a safety and environmental hazard • Increased risk of leaking and accidents

  3. Improper Disposal • Don’t dispose products by: • Septic system • Burning • Dumping

  4. Clean Sweep • Accepts • Pesticides • Mercury • No charge • Make appointment Map shows contacts for 2015. Check for updated list at www.michigan.gov/mdard

  5. Other Options • Local communities or counties have HHW disposal

  6. Safety • Always use appropriate safety equipment when handling chemicals • Don’t keep chemicals that can not or will not be used

  7. For more information • Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development – www.michigan.gov/mdard • Michigan Department of Environmental Quality – www.michigan.gov/deq • Michigan State University Pesticide Education – www.pested.msu.edu

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