When your business becomes familiar with pollution prevention Best Management Practices (BMP), such as proper handling, storing, and disposing of materials, you can ensure that harmful products do not end up entering the storm drain system.
The following are just a few of the workplace practices that can help to reduce the risk of pollution:
Disposing of Toxic Materials
Certain products, such as oil, grease and cleaning products, can be toxic to the environment if not disposed of properly. Never pour these products down the drain or into the storm sewer. Instead, email or contact the Solid Waste District at (513) 732-7745 to see if your waste products can be recycled.
If the products cannot be recycled, then dispose of them properly by contacting The Clermont Office of Environmental Quality – oeq.net , or one of the following:
Clean Harbors Environmental Services
4879 Spring Grove Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45232
(513) 681-6242
Environmental Enterprises
4650 Spring Grove Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45232
(513) 541-1823
You may be able to get a voucher from OEQ to waive the cost of disposal; otherwise, you will be required to pay a sliding disposal fee depending on the type and amount of material.