Small Business

2008 Appointment Scheduling

Small business chemicals are accepted by appointment only during our May – October season. Appointments are normally scheduled on Thursday mornings. See the “Make an Appointment” section below.

The Small Business Hazardous Waste Disposal Program

Allows businesses to dispose of hazardous materials and waste in a convenient and cost-effective manner. Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG) wastes are accepted by appointment only during our May – October season.

Reduced costs

State law requires that all Wisconsin businesses producing hazardous waste manage and dispose of their materials and wastes properly. For generators of large quantities of waste this means hiring a chemical contractor to sort, package, and transport the waste to a licensed facility. This option proves very costly for generators of small quantities of waste, especially if they have different waste streams (e.g. solvents and paints). Because the program is an add-on to the Household Hazardous Waste Program, economies of scale provide significant cost savings.

Reduced Regulations

The Dane County Clean Sweep, through approval of the Wisconsin DNR, has designed a program to assist generators of small quantities of waste to simply, safely, and cost effectively dispose of their materials. Ordinarily the procedures required and the paperwork involved is confusing and complicated. Through special rulemaking by the Wisconsin DNR, manifest requirements are waived and Clean Sweep programs have been authorized to accept business waste.

Proper Treastment

As a VSQG, you may consider your waste to be properly managed by using a Clean Sweep program. Facilities to which this waste is sent are audited regularly. And to minimize liability, these materials are displosed through a hiercarchy of disposal: Reuse, Recycle, Treatment, or Incineration. By utilizing a hierarchy of disposal, wastes are disposed of in the most cost-efficient and environmentally-conscious manner.

How to Transport Materials to Clean Sweep

Products and materials should be packaged to keep them from spilling or breaking on the way to Clean Sweep. Leave materials in their original containers. DO NOT MIX like or unlike materials together. Leaking containers may be placed, as is, in another container. Label the outside container.

Make an Appointment

If you'd like to set up an appointment to bring in your small business hazardous waste, please fill out our online pre-registration form. If you have questions about the program or if you are unsure whether you qualify, you can find answers in our more-detailed small busines program brochure and application or by contacting Dave Radisewitz at 608-243-0347 (phone), 608-267-3105 (fax), or email him at dradisewitz@publichealthmdc.com.