RESTRICTED ITEMS
Items You Cannot Place in Your Mid TN Disposal Dumpster
Placing these items in your dumpster may result in additional fees or the inability to haul the container. This is crucial information for clients in areas like Sparta and McMinnville to ensure a smooth service experience.
Anti-Freeze: Toxic to humans, animals, and the environment. It requires special disposal to prevent contamination of soil and water.
Asbestos: A hazardous material when disturbed. Its fibers can cause serious lung disease and cancer if inhaled.
Automotive Batteries: Contain lead and sulfuric acid, which are highly toxic and can leach into the soil and groundwater.
Dead Animals: Can attract pests, create biohazards, and spread disease. They require specific disposal methods.
Flammable/Combustible Materials: Pose a severe fire risk in dumpsters and garbage trucks. This includes solvents, gasoline, and propane tanks.
Liquid Hazardous Waste: Includes chemicals like pesticides, bleach, and cleaners. They can react, leak, and contaminate the environment.
Liquid Paint/Stain: Can leak, contain toxic chemicals and metals, and are harmful to the ecosystem. (Latex paint is often safe if completely solidified).
Medical Waste (e.g., sharps, bandages): Carries the risk of infection, injury, and the spread of pathogens to sanitation workers and the public.
Mercury (from Fluorescent Lights): Contains a small amount of toxic mercury vapor, which is released if the bulb breaks, posing a health and environmental hazard.
Motor Oil: A single gallon can contaminate one million gallons of fresh water. It is highly persistent in the environment.
Oil Filters: Contain residual motor oil and heavy metals, making them a source of environmental contamination.
Tires: Trap methane gas, causing them to float to the surface in landfills, which can damage liner systems. They also are a prime breeding ground for mosquitoes.
