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Question about disposing of lawn fertilizer
Q: We have 4 bags of weed and feed which we don’t plan to use and I would like to know where I can take them to dispose of them. I am in south Langley. Thanks for any information A: … Continue reading
Is Asbestos Considered a Hazardous Material?
Q: Asbestos … is it considered a hazardous material? A: The short answer is YES, Asbestos is a Hazardous Material and is also a silent killer. Asbestos is considered a Dangerous Good by Transport Canada and also a workplace hazard by … Continue reading
Question re: a Pond Liner from Mining Waste
Q: Does 40mm HDPE that has been used to line a pond that has held mining waste (heavy metals etc) have to go to a hazardous waste facility, or can it go to a recycling facility if it is cleaned? … Continue reading
Is there an asbestos test kit available?
Q: I am looking for an asbestos testing kit that we may keep at our shop. Occasionally we are asked to repair equipment that has been used to remove asbestos. The contractor assures us that they have decontaminated the equipment … Continue reading
Does painted wood need to be tested for lead before disposal?
Q. I was looking for disposal information when people or businesses arrive at a Landfill Site with paint coated wood for disposal. I wanted to know if you test for it, or need lab reports etc. A. When people or businesses go … Continue reading
What BC legislation or guidelines ask or require someone to have spill kits on site, or readily available for use?
A- This answer is in two parts. One part from the Environmental Management Act of BC and the second from WorkSafeBC Regulations. The answer is in Section 79 of the Environmental Management Act. We have underlined the pertinent info which requires … Continue reading
Where to Recycle Old Batteries?
From a report by CTV British Columbia’s Lynda Steele Cathy asks: Where can you recycle old batteries? Millions of batteries get thrown out every year. In addition to being a waste, it’s also a hazard because those old batteries can … Continue reading
Asbestos
What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a mineral fiber found in rocks, of naturally occurring silicate minerals that can be separated into fibers. There are several kinds of asbestos fibers, all of which are strong, durable, and resistant to heat and … Continue reading
Why should my company invest in spill containment technology?
There are several reasons why companies should invest in spill containment technology: Fines dramatically increased in the last five years. Ontario is one of numerous jurisdictions in North America that has adopted aggressive measures. In Ontario, it is Bill 133, … Continue reading
The Three Levels of Hazardous Materials Response Teams (HMRT)
The Three Levels of Hazardous Materials Response Teams (HMRT) *Adapted from Indiana Hazardous Materials Team Qualification Program There are generally three types of HMRT’s that are categorized by their level of training, expertise, capability and equipment and resources. HMRT’s are generally … Continue reading
Decontamination
If you have been contaminated with a hazardous substance, you need careful decontamination for two reasons. First, you want to prevent the substance on your body from being absorbed or spread. Second, you want to keep from contaminating other people. … Continue reading