Description
Book SynopsisHousehold hazardous waste (HHW) is a topic that affects every individual and community given the nearly universal use, storage, and disposal of chemical consumer products. Yet many communities lack the basic information, guidance, and planning support for HHW collection and management so that struggles (e.g., to gain politicians’ and residents’ support, host a collection, build a facility, affect behavior change, and encourage extended producer responsibility) continue on a regular basis. This book is for professionals, students, government officials and others interested in HHW and accommodating the increasing societal demand for this disposal option. In the evolving field of HHW collection and management, this book: ·provides an unparalleled, comprehensive look at household hazardous waste ·is a must-have for anyone interested in the solid waste management field, whether novice or experienced, because of the valuable overview and specifics it provides for addressing the ubiquitous issue of HHW ·offers perspectives based on many collective years of experts’ accrued insight ·the chapters are written by leading practitioners and visionaries ·is packed with useful information on many aspects of HHW including its definition, mechanisms for collection and creative collection options, tools for behavior change, and product stewardship ·offers an extensive resource list for more information. Much has changed in 10 years since the first edition appeared, and each chapter in the Handbook on Household Hazardous Waste, Second Edition, is updated to reflect changes and advances in the field of HHW collection and management. This includes updated appendices and the extensive resource list.
Trade ReviewEssential resource for anyone involved in supporting, starting, managing, overseeing, or running a household hazardous waste program. The Handbook provides extremely thorough and well-written coverage of the history of HHW programs in the U.S.; the mechanics of running a program; approaches to addressing the many challenges facing these programs; and the future opportunities for waste reduction, toxics reduction, product stewardship, and green chemistry. -- Terri Goldberg, Executive Director, Northeast Waste Management Officials’ Association
I had a professor who told me I didn’t need to know everything, I just needed to know where to find accurate information when I needed it. The ‘Handbook on Household Hazardous Waste’ has been that for me—a thorough reference guide for many years.” -- Kalliope Erin Chute, Hazardous Materials Environmental Specialist, Barnstable County Hazardous Materials Program
The Handbook on Household Hazardous Waste is one of the primary go-to references on my shelf for running my operation. -- Richard J. Lobinske, Ph.D., Hazardous Waste Manager, Department of Resource Stewardship
The ‘Handbook on Household Hazardous Waste’ is a must-read for everyone, from homeowners to HHW employees. Then keep a copy on your shelf, for answers to difficult questions! -- Greg Boe, MPA, REHS, Environmental Services Manager, Department of Environmental Services
Table of ContentsContents Acknowledgements Preface Amy Cabaniss, Victoria Hodge Chapter 1: What Is Household Hazardous Waste? Ionie Wallace, Dave Galvin, Philip Dickey Chapter 2: The History and Current Status of HHW Management Ryan Kellogg, David Nightingale, Dave Galvin Chapter 3: The Mechanics of HHW Collection and Management Shelly Fuller, Dan N. King, Sue Bruning, Mike O’Donnell Chapter 4: HHW Collection Facilities David Nightingale, Bill Lewry Chapter 5: Creative Collection and Management Options Jim Quinn, Sue Bruning Chapter 6: Designing Outreach Programs that Change Behavior Jennifer J. Tabanico, P. Wesley Schultz Chapter 7: Product Stewardship: Shared Responsibility for Managing HHW Scott Cassel Chapter 8: Summary and a Look Ahead Dan N. King, Jim Hanna Appendix A: HHW—An Updated Industry Perspective Steven Bennett Appendix B: Green Chemistry: California Chemicals Policy and Hazardous Products Michael P. Wilson Appendix C: Household Hazardous Waste Resources Anne Reichman Index
