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San Joaquin County Household Hazardous Waste Program AEROSOLS Sorting & Packing Compatibility Protocol Aerosol products are packaged in closed steel or aluminum cans that come in a variety of sizes and all have in common a propellant gas such as butane or propane. Aerosol propellants can be non- flammable but most of the propellant gases are flammable. It is the propellant and pressurization combined which classifies Aerosols as a Flammable Gas (Division 2.1). Re -use is the preferred materials management method because it conserves energy and resources and saves disposal costs. Aerosol paints (spray paint) and other household products which are intended for use by the general public AND are in reusable condition are reserved for beneficial reuse. Customers must be 18 or older, or accompanied by an adult, and must sign the Reuse Liability Waiver Form, as described in the County Reuse Policy, before taking any aerosol products from the HHW Facility Reuse Room. To be considered for reuse, products must meet the following Quality Assurance criteria: • the product is in the original container and appears to be uncontaminated ■ the container is at least half full • the label is intact and readable ■ the container is not compromised and is relatively clean • the product has not expired and is currently available over-the-counter • the product is not on the banned or restricted pesticide list, and is not a pesticide recommended for use on food crops Aerosol Products deemed not Re -Usable, will be managed in a safe manner to protect against accidental discharge, in accordance with the specific conditions outlined in 49 CFR § 173.306 (formerly US DOT -SP 12842): • Empty, partially used, and full household aerosol products in shall be protected against accidental discharge by employing the following controls: o Each aerosol container must be fitted with a protective cap to protect the valve stem/actuator, or if no protective cap is available, the valve stem/actuator must be removed from the can. o Each Aerosol container is physically inspected for cracks, corrosion and leaks. If the outer packaging is found to be compromised, it will be individually packaged to protect against discharge or leaking and then appropriately packed according to compatibility standards.