HHWP would be happy to answer any questions you may have. SWAP is a program designed to link individuals who have leftover hazardous products with others who would use those products. It is good to know that household hazardous products you no longer want may find a home with someone who will use them up, rather than going down the drain or into the trash. SWAP does not include phannaceuticals, industrial or commercial hazardous wastes, radioactive wastes, or banned or restricted pesticides. Identifying household hazardous waste Hazardous products may be toxic, corrosive, explosive, or flammable.
Many products used around the home are hazardous and therefore difficult to dispose of properly.
If a hazardous product is used up, there is no hazardous waste to dispose of. Improper disposal of hazardous wastes poses a threat to our health and the environment. Inventory your home for unwanted but usable household hazardous products that you are willing to share with others. Record the brand name and the amount of the hazardous product you have on the form. While surveying your home, record on a different sheet of paper any products you wish to receive to compare later with the available products.