Ipswich City Council

Chemical Clean Out Day

Ipswich City Council will hold a Chemical Clean Out Day at Ipswich Waste Services' Briggs Road Depot on Saturday 17 May 2008 from 10:00am to 2:00pm. This collection day will provide residents with the chance to dispose of their household chemicals in a safe environment.

This event is free to Ipswich residents and a driver's licence will be required as proof of residency.

Chemicals will be the ONLY materials that will be accepted at Chemical Clean Out Day. Chemicals that will be accepted include:

Paint and paint related chemicals
Pesticides and herbicides
Poisons
Solvents and household cleaners
Acids and alkalis
Pool chemicals
Hobby chemicals.

Other wastes can be disposed of safely at your local Recycling and Refuse Centre. They are located at Riverview and Rosewood.

Only household quantities up to 20 litres/20kg maximum will be accepted.

Please store and transport your chemicals carefully:

never mix chemicals as this may produce dangerous reactions.
try to keep chemicals in their original containers.
ensure containers are clearly labelled and well sealed, if you do not know what is in the container, label it 'unknown chemical'.
liquid can leak during transport. Wrap containers holding liquids securely in newspaper and place them in sturdy plastic bags, then pack in plastic buckets or trays.
Keep household chemicals away from passengers e.g. in the boot.

Council staff and contractors will be there to assist you with directions.

Last Updated 8 Apr 2008 |

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