If unsuccessful, call the poison center for advice. If Hazardous Material is Spilled - General Precautions These are general instructions and do not apply in all cases. For specific spills, read label or call the Poison Center for advice. Sweep or shovel dust and powders into a plastic bag Contain and cover spill by spreading sand, sawdust or cat litter on liquids to absorb the spillage When hosing down an area, be careful to avoid contamination of streams, ponds, etc. Hazardous materials must NOT be thrown in garbage cans Hazardous materials must NOT be flushed into drains or toilets Hazardous materials must NOT be burned Refer to agencies such as the fire department or local waste management disposal companies for details on proper and safe handling and disposal of specific materials spilled.
Many communities now have household hazardous waste collection programs which can provide details.
Call your poison control center if you are uncertain how to get in touch with a program in your locale. Then, wrap container in newspaper and discard in garbage can Aerosol Cans Make sure propellant is completely emptied by holding valve down until all pressure is released. Pesticides and Herbicides Pesticides and herbicides should never be dumped in sewers, storm drains or toilets. Follow instructions on the package. Never re-use pesticide containers for any purpose, even if the container has been rinsed.