Credit: County of Bucks
The Bucks County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program is back this weekend.
The collection event will offer residents a chance to responsibly dispose of their hazardous products.
The event is set for Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bucks Technical School, located at 610 Wistar Road in Bristol Township.
The free collection is scheduled to proceed regardless of weather conditions.
Participants are encouraged to bring up to 25 gallons or 220 pounds of hazardous items, including but not limited to pesticides, flammables, and batteries. However, there are certain items the collection will not accept, such as electronics, latex paint, and appliances.
For a list of acceptable and prohibited items, attendees can check the event flyer by clicking here.
The Household Hazardous Waste Collections in Bucks County are a collaborative initiative sponsored by the Bucks County Commissioners and the Bucks County Planning Commission.
A multi-county partnership ensures that not only Bucks County residents can benefit from the events, but also those from Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties are welcome to join the disposal event. Bucks County residents can use other counties’ events.
Residents should mark their calendars for the final Bucks County recycling event of the year, slated for Oct. 28 at Strayer Middle School, located at 1200 Ronald Reagan Drive in Richland Township.
Frequently Asked Questions, provided by the county:
Q: Where exactly on site is the drop off?
A: There will be signs to direct you to the appropriate entrance.
Q: Is there a list of what is accepted at the event?
A: Please see the HHW flyer here.
Q: What if it rains?
A: The event is rain or shine. We would only cancel the event if there were dangerous conditions such as severe wind or hurricane
Q: What happens when we get there?
A: There may be a line of cars waiting, the line generally moves quickly. There will be volunteers taking surveys so that we may better serve you in the future. Stay in your car for your safety and everyone else’s. Once you get up to the drop off area, again, stay in your car, you will be greeted by one of the workers, and you can tell them what you have and where it is. They will empty your car and you will be on your way.
Q: Can we keep our container for gasoline?
A: Yes, just let the workers know when they empty the materials from your vehicle.
Q: You’re only taking oil based paint. What do I do with latex paint?
A: Please see our paint flyer here.
Q: Do you accept tube fluorescent bulbs?
A: Yes. We also take CFL bulbs; however, the bulbs must be unbroken.
Q: Do you take household batteries?
A: No, alkaline batteries (like AA, C, D etc.) can go in household trash and they are not hazardous. We do take lithium batteries, car batteries, rechargeable batteries and button cell batteries.
Q: How do I get rid of my TV, microwave, or other electronic items?
A: Please see our electronic disposal flyer here.
