Chances are, you’ve got some petroleum-based products in your home that are taking up room and gathering dust. Maybe this is used motor oil from a quick tune-up or oil-based paints you no longer need. With these and many more products, these oil-derived chemicals make them hard to dispose of at home and pose health and safety risks when handled or stored improperly. It’s time to take inventory of what you’ve got at home and plan for their disposal with help from this blog. [Read more…]
Can You Dispose of First Aid and Emergency Kits at Home?
It’s always good to be prepared, and if you take this to heart, you might find yourself the owner of various types of first aid and emergency kits. But when those kits wear out, expire, or are replaced with better models, you’ve got to dispose of the old ones. However, various components in these kits, including flares, medical waste, and prescription drugs, can complicate attempts to dispose of first aid and emergency kits at home. Learn your options, especially for disposal in Massachusetts. [Read more…]
Your Options for Motor Oil Disposal in Massachusetts
Whether you find yourself regularly doing automotive work at home or just have a used bottle gathering dust from a while ago, dealing with used motor oil can be difficult. If you’re ready to get it out of your home, garage, or basement, it’s time to learn your motor oil disposal options. With disposal at home not possible, learn about your options in Massachusetts, from a quick trip to the store or using municipal programs to visiting us at NEDT. [Read more…]
Hazardous Waste Disposal Resources for Massachusetts Residents
Proper hazardous waste disposal is critical for protecting the environment and public health. In Massachusetts, residents have access to a variety of hazardous waste disposal resources and programs designed to help them safely dispose of dangerous materials like household chemicals, automotive fluids, electronics, and more. Here at NEDT, we’re committed to making hazardous waste disposal easy, and want to make sure MA residents have the education and tools they need to keep their homes safe. [Read more…]
How the Board of Health and NEDT Partner to Safeguard the Community
In any community, the Board of Health (BOH) plays a critical role in maintaining public health and safety. In Massachusetts, the local BOH is responsible for overseeing a range of health-related regulations, from sanitation and food safety to disease prevention and waste management. One of the key areas where the BOH’s efforts align with environmental safety is the proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste. This is where New England Disposal Technologies (NEDT) and its partnership with local health departments come into play. [Read more…]
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