CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s (TDEC) mobile household hazardous waste collection service will be in Montgomery County on Saturday, September 7.

This is your chance to dispose of all of those left over household chemicals, lawn & garden products and automotive materials that you’ve never known what to do with. Collections will take place at the Montgomery County Transfer Station Convenience Center, 1230 Highway Dr. in Clarksville from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

All Tennessee residents are encouraged to bring their household hazardous waste, including cleaning fluids, pesticides, batteries, and more to the drop-off location. You do not have to live in Montgomery County to participate in the event.

Household hazardous waste materials can be flammable, toxic, reactive and/or corrosive and should not be placed with regular garbage. Typical items to dispose of include cleaning fluids, pesticides, mercury thermometers and thermostats, fluorescent lamps, lithium and button batteries, aerosols, adhesives, medications, brake fluid, swimming pool chemicals, paint thinner and used needles in sturdy containers.

Items not accepted include ammunition, explosives, alkaline batteries, paint, electronics and any empty containers that should be disposed in normal trash.

While household waste may be disposed for free, there is a cost for disposal of Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator Waste (i.e. wastes from non-household sources such as businesses, schools, farms, churches, etc.). An appointment is also necessary. Call (615) 643-3170 to request a price quote and schedule an appointment.

When transporting materials to the site, place containers in sturdy boxes lined with newspaper to prevent spills and cross-contamination in the trunk of a car or back of a truck. Be sure to keep materials away from children and pets. Materials should be kept in the original containers whenever possible. If not, place each waste in a separate plastic container with a secure lid and label its contents.

For more information on the household hazardous waste mobile collection service, call 931-648-5751, 1-800-287-9013 or visit them online.