Open burning is prohibited in the Ashland, Medford and Grants Pass area from November through February. A letter will be sent to inform the person of the violation and the possible enforcement action that may be taken if it continues. Due to air emissions and ash disposal concerns, solid waste may not be incinerated on a business' property unless the DEQ grants written approval. Burning plastic is illegal in Oregon. State law prohibits open burning of any wet garbage, plastic, wire insulation, automobile parts, asphalt, petroleum products, petroleum-treated material, rubber products, animal remains or any animal vegetable matter resulting from preparation, cooking, or service of food, or of any other material which emits dense smoke or noxious odors.
Hazardous wastes can be liquid, solid, or sludge.
They can be by-products of manufacturing processes or discard commercial products. If hazardous wastes are not handled properly, they pose a potential hazard to people and the environment. To ensure that companies handle waste safely and responsibly, EPA has written regulations that track hazardous wastes from the moment they are produced until their ultimate disposal. The regulations set standards for the hazardous waste management facilities that treat, store, and dispose of hazardous waste. Read the label.