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Dangerous Waste Disposal for Small Quantity Generators

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The Kitsap County offers a convenient hazardous waste disposal program for business and organizations that qualify as Small Quantity Generator (SQG) program. The program offers affordable disposal appointments and optional site visits from hazardous waste experts.

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Who can use the SQG program?

SQGs generate dangerous waste, but do so in less quantities than other generator​ categories. While all dangerous waste generators must follow the Dangerous Waste Regulations, the rules for SQGs are simple and less demanding​​g. That is why being “small” generator can be a benefit. Determine you​r generator status and learn which rules you must follow.

Generally, these are businesses, agencies, and organizations (including churches, schools, governments, and non​profits) that generate:

  • 220 pounds or less of dangerous waste in a month, storing no more than 2,200 pounds on site at any time, or

  • less than 2.2 pounds of certain kinds of highly toxic waste in any month, storing no more than 2.2 pounds on site at any time.​

Refer to State Dangerous Waste Regulation (WAC 173-303) for definitions of dangerous waste and highly toxic waste. 


What is dangerous waste?

Dangerous waste has one or more of the following properties: toxic, ignitable, corrosive, or reactive. Look for labels such as Danger, Flammable, Toxic, or Corrosive. 

​Most businesses and organizations generate some form of dangerous waste that's potentially harmful to our health and environment. They are required to handle, store, and dispose of it properly.

Common examples of dangerous waste include paints and thinners, glues and adhesives, fertilizers, pesticides, weed killers, cleaners, disinfectants, solvents, and other flammable liquids.

Other types of wastes accepted include batteries, used oil, antifreeze, and fluorescent tubes and bulbs. 


How can my business get free, hands-on help?

SQGs can get free, hands-on pollution prevention assistance to help them improve workplace safety, better understand the regulations, and other helpful advice. Contact the local specialists at Kitsap Public Health District 360.728.2235 for a free consultation.

​​​Ready to dispose of your dangerous waste?

Appointments are required. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Complete the online form

Fill​ out the online inventory form to submit your waste inventory. You can also use this form to request a free technical assistance visit to help identify and organize your dangerous waste.


If you need help contact Kitsap1 at help@kitsap1.com or 360.337.5777.

Step 2: Schedule appointment

Facility staff will contact you within five business days to verify that your materials meet acceptance criteria and schedule your appointment or technical assistance visit. Collections are held twice a month. 

​Step 3: Transport your waste safely

  • ​Keep waste types separate. Do not mix. 

  • Use closed, leak-proof containers. All containers must be labeled. 

  • Bring Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for your chemicals. 

  • Secure containers in trunk or truck bed to minimize risk to people. 

  • Follow U.S. Department of Transportation requirements for transporting  hazardous materials. Refer to Hazardous Materials Regulations | PHMSA (dot.gov)

  • Transport your waste at the scheduled time to the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility at 5551 SW Imperial Way, Bremerton. Google map directions to Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility

Step 4: Pay disposal fees

Pay by local​ check at time of visit or request an invoice by mail. Fees vary by waste type and ​ amount. 

Price List - Effective June 1, 2022

Subject to change. Price per pound.

  • Antifreeze - $0.07

  • A-Fuel - $0.25

  • ​Aerosol, paint, pesticide, corrosive - $2.00

  • Battery, non-lead acid - $0.15

  • Battery, lead acid - No Charge

  • Corrosive Acid and Base - $0.95

  • Flammable solid - $1.65

  • Reactives (4.2, 4.3) - $5.65

  • ​Paint, oil and non-PaintCare​​ latex - ​$0.65

  • ​Mercury and mercury debris - $7.00

  • ​Motor oil, used - No charge

  • ​Non-regulated solids - $0.35

  • ​Organic peroxides - $5.65

  • ​Hypochlorite solution* (new material category) - $0.95

  • ​Oxidizer liquid - $1.15

  • ​Oxidizer solid - $1.15

  • ​PCB ballasts - $0.25

  • PCB ballasts, leaking - Case by Case

  • ​Poison, liquid and solid - $0.35

  • ​Fluorescent tubes - $0.80

  • CFL bulbs​​ - $4.00

The price list is not an all-inclusive list of the types of material received from customers. Kitsap County staff makes final determination on acceptance of material and the charge for disposal. Some material is accepted on a case-by-case basis and may be subject to different charges.​​​​​​​​​​​​