The City of Armadale acknowledge the Traditional Owners and the Custodians of the land upon which we stand, work and play.
We acknowledge Aboriginal people as the First Peoples of this land and their connection to the lands and the waters, as they are part of them spiritually and culturally.
We acknowledge their ancestors, the Elders past and present, who have led the way for us to follow.
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) are unwanted products around the home that are flammable, toxic, reactive or corrosive. They do not belong in any bin.
Disposal of Hazardous Waste
Unwanted household chemicals and other hazardous waste can be dropped off at the Armadale Landfill and Recycling Facility. The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Program provides funding for the collection and appropriate disposal of HHW collected at the Armadale Landfill and Recycling Facility at no cost.
Accepted materials through the HHW Program
Acids and alkalis
Aerosols
Batteries (household)
Engine coolants and glycols
Fire extinguishers - non halon (red) only
Flammables
Flares
Fluorescent lamps and tubes
Gas cylinders (small household)
Household chemicals (e.g. cleaners)
Pesticides/herbicides
Poisons/toxics
Pool chemicals
Smoke detectors
Unknown chemicals (must be in sealed, chemical resistant containers).
Only domestic quantities, capped at 20kg/20L per material type will be accepted and only from households.
This program is supported by funding from the State Government through the Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Account, and administered by the Waste Authority.
Best practice for handling Hazardous Waste
Always handle hazardous waste carefully and avoid direct contact
Wear protective equipment where possible and wash hands after handling.
Keep products in original containers where possible.
Label materials that are not in their original container.
Do not mix materials, they may react violently.
Keep flammable products out of direct sunlight and away from sources of heat, sparks, flames or ignition.
If container is damaged or leaking, place it within a larger container with a tightly fitting lid. Label outer container with contents.
When transporting hazardous materials, ensure they are stored securely in a box or crate so they will not fall over and leak.
Do not leave household hazardous waste in a hot car.
Paintback
Residents and painters can drop off their unused paint in secure containers for free under the following conditions:
Maximum of 100 litres per visit
Containers no larger than 20 litres - containers will not be returned.
