Mercury
containing devices/products are encouraged to to be recycled
instead of disposed.
Households and conditionally exempt businesses are
allowed to dispose of mercury containing devices into landfills,
contingent upon acceptance by the landfill authority. Disposal is
enhanced by covering the mercury containing device with soil before
breaking the mercury container, such as a fluorescent lamp or ampoule (used in
thermostats and switches). This helps to bind the mercury with the soil
rather than it being released to the atmosphere where the vapor poses a
greater health concern.
For regulated generators of mercury wastes and others
who prefer to manage mercury in a more environmentally sound way,
consider the following information and resources:
Mercury Related Publications
Mercury
The following organizations promote recycling and list collection
sites through location searches. Not all recyclers are listed on these
sites. Check locally for other recyclers:
