Used Oil --- Lead Acid Batteries --- Antifreeze --- Gasoline --- Tires --- misc.

Uses:

Many of us are dependent on our automobiles to transport us to and from important commitments throughout the day. We also have recreational vehicles such as boats, RV’s, four wheelers, and snowmobiles, which we use for both work and for fun. To keep them running in top shape, they often require regular maintenance such as oil changes, new tires, new batteries, brake work, and coolant flushes. Many of the products used to service our automobiles are hazardous to humans and the environment.

Hazards:

The following are products used to service your vehicle that may be hazardous to your health and the environment if not used, stored, or disposed of properly.
Used motor oil and filters can pollute water, causing harm to aquatic animals and fish. Gasoline is toxic to humans and animals because it contains hydrocarbons, such as benzene (a known carcinogen). Antifreeze and brake fluids are toxic and can poison children and pets. Car batteries (lead acid) are corrosive and can cause burns if spilled on the skin and the lead in car batteries can cause nerve and kidney damage. Tires can punch holes in the landfill’s protective cap causing damage to the structure and operation of a landfill’s leachate and gas collection systems. Tires and tire piles collect water, creating places for mosquitoes to breed. These mosquitoes carry the West Nile virus, as well as many other diseases. Fuel is very flammable and can ignite easily causing serious burns, if spilled it can harm wildlife.
These products used to maintain our automobiles contribute to the amount of household hazardous waste generated each year.

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